California Buckeye — California Native

Aesculus californica

A sculptural California native with pale spring flower spikes and an open, seasonal silhouette. Its early leaf drop is normal summer dormancy—not necessarily a sign of decline.

Why plant it?

• Sun to part shade; give room for a broad canopy
• Best as a specimen in a naturalistic landscape; deciduous and often summer-dormant
• California native habitat planting; assess summer water carefully

Choosing your specimen

Choose the preferred nursery container size above. Actual height, spread, age and shape vary by grower and season; a 15-gallon plant is not a guaranteed height or age. We confirm current nursery stock, plant form and health before collecting payment.

Local delivery & planting

Earth People LandCare sources California natives for Orange County gardens, with particular attention to coastal exposure, drainage, irrigation and long-term plant health. Delivery and professional planting are quoted separately. Read our California native planting guide.