Shrubby Pavia
Aesculus parviflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Shrubby Pavia is toxic to dogs and cats.
Listed as toxic by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435and your veterinarian's emergency line.
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Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
96"–144" H × 96"–144" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, GA, NJ, SC
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Bottlebrush Buckeye is a large native shrub that produces showy white flower spikes in summer. It spreads by suckers to form broad colonies and provides excellent seasonal interest with attractive fall color.
In an HOA neighborhood
Shrubby Pavia takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very large mature size (8-12 feet tall and wide)
- Spreads aggressively by suckers
- Informal growth habit may appear unmanaged
Wildlife value
The long-blooming white flower spikes attract bees and hummingbirds throughout summer. Its native status makes it valuable for supporting local ecosystems.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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