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Horsechestnut Buckeye
The nuts produced by this species are inedible. The dark green foliage turns yellow-brown in fall. The Horsechestnut Buckeye tree, Aesculus hippocastanum, is a beautiful, round-headed tree perfectly suited for use in smaller yards. This tree is widely planted in parks, avenues and in large gardens. This flowering tree has long, dense clusters of single, bright-red flowers and are very attractive and favored by hummingbirds. This tree bloomes in early summer with individual flowers that have crumpled white petals which ages to dull red. Wildlife such as squirrels gather many, and plant those that they don't eat. Horsechestnut Buckeye trees are deciduous. These trees prosper in full sun and also attracts butterflies. Fruits have a leathery case covered with short prickles and in autumn release large seeds. ... find out more
Texana Nuttall Oak Leaf shape is reminiscent of the closely related pin oaks and schumard oaks. Gray-brown bark, initially thin and smooth, later developes narrow scaly ridges. Dark green leaves (4-8" long) are deeply divided into 5-7 spiny, pointed lobes. The Texana Nuttall Oak tree, Quercus texana, also known as Spanish oak, Nuttall's oak, Texas red oak, Spotted Oak, Rock oak, and red river oak, is a large deciduous native tree of the red oak group. Fruits are oval acorns (to 1 1/2" long) with scaly cups. The acorns are eaten by water fowl and many small mammals. The wood is used as red oak lumber. The acorn matures in two seasons. Species name is in reference to the state of Texas where this oak was apparently first identified. The Texana Nuttail tree has a wide-spreading, rounded crown. Fall color comes late, but often includes quality shades of red. |
