Lavaburst® Ohio Buckeye - Aesculus glabra 'LavaDak' (RFM-76)
Description
A narrow upright northern hardy Ohio buckeye selection with shorter internode growth than typical for the species. Foliage shows greater resistance to leaf scorch than non-selected buckeyes and maintains a bright green summer color changing to orange-red in autumn. Compact growth habit makes this selection ideal for limited space planting sites where a full sized buckeye is not suitable.
Hardiness:
USDA hardiness zone 3b-6
Mature Size:
Height: 25-28', Spread: 14-18'
Form (Shape):
Upright ovate
Growth Rate:
Slow-medium to medium
Foliage:
Deciduous
Summer: Bright Green
Autumn: Fall color change initiation in late September to early October with a gradual color change of scattered orange changing to entirely orange-red before leaf drop.
Texture:
Medium-coarse
Flower:
Terminal panicles bearing greenish cream-colored flowers and appearing with the foliage. Panicles are 4-5” in length, shorter than typical for the species. Short lived but attractive spring interest.
Fruit:
Yellow brown capsule, which are smaller than typical for the species and produced in lesser amounts.
Light Preference:
Full sun exposure
Soil Preference:
Adaptable but prefers a well-drained, non-droughty soil, tolerates higher pH levels.
Propagation:
Side or cleft graft onto seedling Aesculus rootstocks, best on A. glabra in northern climates to insure root hardiness.
Ornamental Attributes:
A dense, attractive canopy with good foliage quality and a showy autumn color change to orange-red before leaf fall. Upright form that is much narrower than other Aesculus cultivars.
Landscape Attributes:
Recommended for use as a landscape, boulevard, parks, and golf course tree.
Comments:
This selection fills the need for a smaller, narrower buckeye for use in boulevard and landscape plantings where space is limited.
Patent Status
U.S. Trademark Registered Lavaburst®
Licensing Status
This cultivar is available for non-exclusive licensing.
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