What’s in Bloom: Scavenger Hunt for July 2026

Have you seen me in the Park?

Hi, I’m Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora)!

I’m a deciduous shrub that thrives in shady spots and puts on one of the Park’s best summer flower displays. My tall, bottlebrush-like clusters of white flowers are accented with red anthers and soft pink filaments, giving me my distinctive look. I love growing in part to full shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil.

Can you spot me in Tower Grove Park?

Clues to Find Me:

  1. I bloom in summer, brightening shady spots with my tall, bottlebrush-like clusters of white flowers.

  2. Look closely at my blooms—you'll spot red anthers and pinkish filaments that make me stand out.

  3. I'm a deciduous shrub that loves part to full shade and thrives in evenly moist, well-drained soil.

Challenge: Snap a photo, share it on Instagram, and tag us @TowerGrovePark using #TGPinBloomHunt!

Have fun getting creative with your photos—just remember, don’t pick the flowers!

 

Jenelle Ellis