Buckeye tree is a plant that is native to North America. It is a deciduous tree that can grow to be 30 to 40 feet tall. Buckeye tree has large, dark green leaves and produces small, brown fruits that contain a single seed. The leaves of the buckeye tree are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions.
Related plant:
Red Buckeye
About soil condition, the buckeye tree grows best in deep, moist, well-drained soils, but it is quite tolerant of a range of other conditions. It does not do well in excessively wet or dry soils. The tree does not have deep roots, so it is not tolerant of long periods of drought.
Just like other trees, the buckeye tree needs sunlight to grow. However, it is tolerant of a wide range of light conditions, from full sun to partial shade. It will even grow in full shade, although it will not produce as many flowers and fruits in these conditions.
The temperature condition that is best for a buckeye tree is one that is moderate. The tree does not do well in extremely cold or hot weather conditions. Buckeye trees need a climate that is neither too wet nor too dry.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is around 50%. However, it can withstand a range of humidity conditions, from as low as 30% to as high as 70%. This plant is not particular about soil type, but it prefers a well-draining soil. Buckeye trees do not like to be transplanted, so it is best to choose a spot for planting and then leave it be.
About fertilizer, this plant doesn't need much. In fact, too much fertilizer will actually harm the plant. The best way to fertilize buckeye trees is to use a low-nitrogen fertilizer once a year in the late spring. When it comes to watering, buckeye trees are pretty drought-tolerant. However, they will need to be watered more frequently during the first few years after planting. When it comes to the roots, they will grow deep and wide, so make sure you plant your buckeye tree in an area where the roots will have plenty of room to grow.
Pruning is a necessary evil when it comes to keeping your buckeye tree healthy and looking its best. While it may seem like you are doing more harm than good when you first start chopping away at those branches, a little pruning can go a long way. Just remember to take it slow, and don't remove more than 1/3 of the leaves at a time.
Propagation is typically done by seed, although it can also be done by rooting stem cuttings. Seed germination can be slow and erratic, often taking several months. Once germinated, seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots and grown on under protected conditions until large enough to plant out. In late spring or early summer, stem cuttings can be taken from young, fast-growing Buckeye trees. The cuttings should be around 10-15cm (4-6in) long and include a heel of wood where the cutting was made from the main stem.
Usually, the plant growth rate is between 13 and 24 inches per year. Annual growth may be slower in some years and faster in others, but an average growth rate is between these two extremes. The amount of growth varies according to the age and species of the tree, with younger trees generally growing faster than older trees. Some buckeye tree species also grow faster than others.
Common problems for this kind of plant are Japanese beetles, scale, tar spot, and verticillium wilt. Japanese beetles feed on the leaves of the tree, causing them to turn brown and die. Scale infests the branches and trunk of the tree, sucking the sap and causing the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. Tar spot is a fungus that grows on the leaves, causing them to turn black and fall off. Verticillium wilt is a fungus that attacks the roots of the tree, causing the leaves to turn yellow and wilted.
Source:
How to grow an Ohio buckeye tree | The Ohio State University
Red Buckeye | UMD Arboretum & Botanical Garden
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