Forest Pansy Redbud Trees
Thrives in Zones 5 - 9
Excellent small ornamental tree
Adaptable to various soil types
Provides vibrant fall color display
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November 2025Forest Pansy Redbud Tree for Sale | Cercis Canadensis
The Forest Pansy Redbud Trees are small but mighty understory trees, whose round tops look best when nestled under the dappled shade of their taller tree neighbors.
This tree is a native of eastern and central North America and commonly found in Connecticut, New York, and southern Ontario. The bright, pinkish red flowers appear on this tree in early spring, before even the foliage starts to emerge. It is a captivating addition to your grove of trees or garden space.
Forest Pansy Redbud Tree Details | Cercis Canadensis Overview
Family: Fabaceae
Light Requirement: Full sun, part shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: 20-30 ft
Spread: 25-35 ft
Soil Preference: Moist, well drained
Season of Interest: Early spring
Flower Color: Pinkish red
Fruit: Brown bean pods
Wildlife Value: Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees
Why Forest Pansy Redbud Trees Are Garden Favorites Year-Round
As a North American native, Forest Pansy Redbud Trees thrive in the eastern United States' landscape. Once established, they are very hardy and can thrive in many climatic areas.
This tree's bare trunk and branches provide visual interest even without the blossoms, because it is a multi-trunked tree that can spread up to 35 feet. Should you desire, this tree can also be pruned to be a single trunk. The blooms have five large, pillowy petals that range from deep to light pink.
The leaves are heart-shaped and rich red. The tree bears brown bean pods that dry and may stay on the branches during winter, creating a unique off-season look.
How to Grow and Care for Forest Pansy Redbud Trees in Your Landscape
To combat the myriad of disease and insect problems the Forest Pansy Redbud Trees face, including canker, dieback, and leaf spots, they must be well maintained through regular watering, fertilization, and pruning back dead branches as needed.
This tree does not tolerate being transplanted, so plant it in one spot and keep it there. This tree is a gorgeous little addition to your yard or garden in every season and would fit well into any woodland or native space!
This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery
Bloom Season
Spring
Bloom/Foliage Color
Purple
Height at Maturity
Over 25 Feet
Care
Forest Pansy Redbud trees thrive in well-drained soil with regular watering. They benefit from annual pruning to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Fertilize in spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage.
Plant Reproduction
Forest Pansy Redbud spreads by seeds, root suckers, and grafting
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees
Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.
Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.
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Proper Sunlight Happy Plants
The Forest Pansy Redbud flourishes in full sun to part shade. It prefers 4-6 hours of direct sun daily but can handle some shade, particularly in hotter climates. Ensure it has good light exposure for optimal blooming and growth.
Ideal for a Colorful Landscape:
Forest Pansy Redbud's leaves blend dark olive green and deep purplish-red, creating a variegated, eye-catching look.
Versatile Landscaping Accent:
Ideal as a unique accent plant, it can be used to frame gardens, patios, or other outdoor features and grows well under larger trees.
Stunning Fall Transformation:
Leaves brighten and lighten to golden yellow and flame-red shades in the fall.
Compact and Versatile:
Typically growing up to 20 feet tall, it’s perfect for smaller spaces and can be shaped to fit various landscape designs.
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Customer Reviews
We got 2 of the 3 to 4 foot bare root Forest Pansy Redbud trees from this nursery. We are fairly new to this part of the country, and we have **** planted bare root trees until we moved here. We followed the instructions for planting; within 2 weeks, both trees have put out leaf buds! I am amazed, and can’t wait to see the trees with full canopies!!
The trunk, limbs and root system looked good. what should I expect, will it flower this spring and how soon should I expect to see buds?
Forest Pansy Redbud
I plant them in an understory type environment beneath tall trees or near the edge of a wooded area where I can see them from spring to fall. I plant multiple ones since I live in a wooded area. They are one of my favorite flowering trees
This is my 2nd order for the Pansy Forest Redbud. My puppy decided to chew my last tree order from a 5ft sapling to a 1ft sapling. Both orders were packaged well. Trees are true to height in the 4-5" range. The roots came in a plastic bag with paper shreds around them and moisture in the bag so the roots wouldn't dry out. I live nearby and love driving by the nursery. Such a beautiful landscape. Looking forward to these growing this year!
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