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Eastern Redbud

A beautiful sight to behold in spring when branches are covered with small reddish-purple flowers before the heart-shaped leaves emerge. Use as a specimen or in border groupings. Especially nice in naturalized situations with daffodils and crocus underneath.

Companion Plants

Hydrangea

Spreading Juniper

Wisteria

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Eastern Redbud

  • Botanical name

    Cercis canadensis

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    20-30' (6-10 m)

  • Habit

    Spreading

  • Feed

    In spring

  • Water

    Daily

  • Bloom Color

    Pink

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Apply mulch