Redbud Tree
Thrives in Zones 4-9
Beautiful, vibrant springtime blooms
Great for small and medium spaces
Provides stunning fall foliage color
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November 2025Buy Redbud Tree | Cercis Canadensis
The Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis) is a stunning deciduous tree that will become the focal point of your garden or landscape, with tiny purple flowers that dot the branches in spring.
Landscape Uses and Maintenance – Redbud Tree (Cercis Canadensis)
The Redbud Tree is a native tree with heart shaped leaves and tiny flowers that uniquely bloom straight out of the bark. This is a beloved tree that will be a great addition to your landscape.
It is a great choice for a border, front yard, or edge of a meadow. Excellent in the landscape or as an understory tree.
Give this tree full sun to partial shade. For the best flower set plant in full sun.
Plant in an area with well draining soil. It can handle sandy or clay soil. Avoid planting in compacted soil.
Water this tree deeply until established and during times of drought. When watering take care not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
This is a low-maintenance tree that does not need fertilizer.
Prune branches of this tree as needed, such as if you notice crossing branches that rub, to prevent fungal issues. This tree can also be pruned to keep it a shorter, more manageable height.
Deer resistant
This tree will attract plenty of hungry pollinators, including bumblebees and solitary bees. It attracts Swallowtail butterflies and is the host plant to Henry’s Elfin butterfly.
This tree is easily propagated by its peapod like seeds, and saplings are likely to sprout around its base.
It will look great with other native plants underneath, including Wild Ginger, Bloodroot, and Virginia bluebells.
Plant Details - Redbud Tree (Cercis Canadensis)
Family: Fabaceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moist
Height: 15 - 35 ft.
Spread: 20 - 35 ft.
Growth Rate: Slow
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Purple
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees
Noteworthy Characteristics of Redbud Tree
Unlike many other trees that would decline, the Redbud Tree is a tree that can handle being planted near Black Walnut.
Love this tree but looking for another color to have in your garden? Some varieties are white, pink, or purple. Collect them all!
This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery
Bloom Season
Spring
Bloom/Foliage Color
Pink
Height at Maturity
Over 25 Feet
Care
Redbud trees prefer well-drained soil and benefit from regular watering, specifically during dry times. They should be trimmed to retain shape and clear dead limbs. In early spring, they should be fertilized. They are relatively low-maintenance and resistant to pests.
Plant Reproduction
Redbud Tree spreads by seed dispersal and root suckering.
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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Why You Will Love This Redbud Tree
Beautiful Spring Blooms:
Delicate purple-lilac flowers in early spring create a stunning display.
Heart-Shaped Leaves:
Leaves change from red to green, then to fall colors of yellow and orange.
Graceful Multi-Trunk Structure:
Spreading branches and multiple trunks enhance garden texture and appeal.
Unique Cauliflory:
Flowers can bloom along limbs and trunk, adding visual interest.
