Buckeye, Prairie Torch

PRAIRIE TORCH BUCKEYE  Aesculus glabra ‘J.N. Select’

• A hardy, prairie‑adapted selection of Ohio Buckeye chosen for its compact, rounded form and exceptional cold tolerance, making it well‑suited to northern landscapes.
• Produces showy upright clusters of orange‑red to red‑tinged spring flowers — a standout feature that gives the cultivar its “Torch” name and provides excellent early nectar for pollinators.
• Bold, palmately compound leaves create a full, textured canopy that turns warm shades of yellow and orange in fall, often with richer colour than the species.
• Develops smooth, tan‑brown seed capsules containing the glossy brown “buckeye” seeds; they drop cleanly and are not considered messy in typical landscape settings.
• Prefers moist, well‑drained soils and benefits from protection from hot, dry exposures; moderate drought sensitivity means it performs best with consistent moisture.
• Full Sun to Part Shade
• Zone 3, 6–9 m Height × 5–7 m Width