Aesculus glabra Sofia - Ohio buckeye
Aesculus glabra Sofia - Ohio buckeye
Aesculus glabra Sofia
Ohio buckeye, American buckeye, Fetid buckeye
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Description
The Aesculus glabra 'Sofia' is a variety of Ohio buckeye tree characterised by its particularly ornamental spring foliage, which is yellow-orange in colour. It is a large deciduous tree that is both charming and robust. Its elegant foliage, similar to that of the horse chestnut tree, is however finer, and it turns a beautiful red colour in autumn. Although adaptable, this tree prefers humus-rich, permeable, and not too dry soils.
The Aesculus glabra 'Sofia' is a horticultural selection derived from the Ohio buckeye, a tree native to the eastern part of North America. The species is found from Pennsylvania to Tennessee and Alabama, and then to Kansas and Texas. The tree, which can become imposing, grows on moist soils, sometimes even flooded for very short periods. All buckeye trees belong to the Sapindaceae family.
The 'Sofia' buckeye tree, which has a moderately fast growth rate, forms a tree that reaches 8 to 10 meters in height with a roughly equivalent spread. A mature specimen will have a rough, cracked, gray-brown bark with corky and spongy growths, emitting a foul smell when cut. Its buds are not resinous, reddish-brown, with keeled scales and velvety edges. The young branches are vigorous and velvety, but quickly become smooth and reddish-brown. They contain a foul-smelling sap. The foliage is deciduous, appearing in spring with a bright yellow-orange colour, turning yellow, orange, and then red in autumn before falling. The leaves are opposite on the branches, palmate, and measure 20 to 35 cm in length. Each leaf is composed of 5 to 7 elliptical to obovate leaflets, 12 to 18 cm long, delicately toothed, and always with the characteristic foul smell of the species. The flowering, without real appeal, takes place in May. The inflorescences are upright panicles called thyrses, measuring 10 to 18 cm in length. Each carries a few yellow to pale yellow or cream-coloured flowers, 2 to 3 cm long, with stamens longer than the petals. The fruits are tough capsules, 3 to 5 cm in diameter, which usually contain 1 or 2 spherical seeds (rarely 3), smooth, 1.5 to 3 cm in diameter, with a large gray scar. The fruits ripen in September-October and are consumed by squirrels.
The Aesculus glabra 'Sofia' is planted in parks and large gardens, preferably in oceanic or continental climates. It is particularly noticeable in spring, when its yellow-orange foliage stands out against the surrounding greenery. Highly resistant to cold, it also tolerates hot and moderately dry summers. This large tree can be successfully planted in cities as it withstands pollution.
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Botanical data
Aesculus
glabra
Sofia
Sapindaceae
Ohio buckeye, American buckeye, Fetid buckeye
North America
Planting and care
The Aesculus glabra Sofia should be planted in spring or autumn in a deep soil, preferably humus-bearing, slightly acidic, and not too chalky, in a sunny or semi-shaded location. This tree cannot tolerate waterlogged soils or arid conditions. Deep ploughing is recommended before planting. Allow enough space for it, as it can reach a width of 8m. Water and mulch to maintain soil moisture. Fertilise in spring. Prune in February by removing dead wood.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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