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How to Grow and Care for Painted buckeye

Painted buckeye thrives in moist, well-drained soils with partial shade, allowing for some sun exposure for optimal growth. Special care should be given to ensure adequate water during dry spells, particularly for young plants establishing their root systems. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot, and provide mulch to maintain soil moisture. Painted buckeye generally requires minimal additional care once established, making it an easy plant for gardeners of various skill levels.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Painted buckeye

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	6-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Painted buckeye is distinguished by its stature, which varies between shrub and tree forms reaching heights of 10-20 feet (3-6 meters). It stands out with early-spring foliage, unfolding palmate leaves that may exhibit an initial reddish hue. By September, this deciduous plant often sheds its leaves. The flowers bloom prominently in vertical clusters, with petals typically hued in greenish-yellow, though pink or red may also be present. Leaf-out occurs in the March-April window.