California Buckeye
About California Buckeye
California Buckeye is a super rare houseplant šæ that is isnāt challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
California Buckeye likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
California Buckeye belongs to the Aesculus genus, and is native to California.
ā ļø California Buckeye is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Taxonomy
Aesculus californica
Aesculus
Sapindaceae
Sapindales
Also known as
California horse-chestnut,

How to care for California Buckeye

How often to water your California Buckeye

every 9
California Buckeye needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for California Buckeye in your home

a window
California Buckeye love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
California Buckeye does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Buckeye in your home š”.

How to fertilize California Buckeye

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your California Buckeye after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

California Buckeye is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
California Buckeye prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
California Buckeye requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
California Buckeye is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. California Buckeye is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Soil
California Buckeye does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
California Buckeye grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
California Buckeye will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
California Buckeye can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for California Buckeye
California Buckeye
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
