Cercis canadensis

Redbud

Tips for Homeowners:

Remove dead branches as they occur with disinfected pruning tools. Mulch around the base of the tree, but not on the tree trunk.

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Redbud is admired for its colorful introduction to spring, has heart-shaped leaves for the summer, striking yellow fall color and is resplendant while laying in wait for spring.

  • Rosy-pink flowers in early spring
  • Smaller-sized tree
  • Perfect for urban and naturalized environments

Besides growing in woodland settings Redbud can be grown as a shade tree or street tree.

Height: 20-30 ft
Spread: 25-35 ft
Zone: 4 - 8
Color: Pink

Interesting Notes about Redbud:

Redbud is a native understory tree that in natural settings appreciates the company of taller trees, but will grow on its own as well. It is the one of the earliest flowering trees to bloom and will last about 3 weeks.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Long Blooming
  • Naturalizing
  • Focal Point
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Mass Planting
  • Fall Color
  • Native

Foliage Color:

  • Yellow
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Songbirds

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water