Aesculus pavia, Red Buckeye full sun Drought-tolerant once established

Drought-tolerant once established

They are very deer-resistant because of their pungent minty smell — pleasant to us but not to deer

and up to 2' tall and clumping

it doesn't mind full sun

Aesculus pavia, Red Buckeye full sun Drought-tolerant once establishedHummingbirds thrill to the sight of the rich, salmon red flowers in early spring, and aggressively compete for them. Shrub like, it is lush, stout, and dense, with curious irregular pods in fall that hold shiny brown seeds within (like a horse chestnut). Southeastern North American native. Note: 0. 67 qt plants grown from seed, stem between 4 8 in T Mature size: 12 x 12 ft in 10 years Minimum temperature: 10 F