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

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

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

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.

Plant bare root trees during the dormant season in early spring or late fall (November through April). Dig the hole twice as wide as the roots so the soil is well-drained. Position the tree so the root flare is at or just above ground level. Fill the hole back with the soil you dug from and water. Maintain soil moisture, especially in the tree's early years, by providing deep, regular watering. Apply a 2-4 inch mulch away from the trunk at the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune trees during the first few seasons to establish strength and resilience, remove damaged branches, and continue maintenance pruning as the tree matures. Regularly inspect for pests and diseases and apply integrated pest management practices. Protect young trees from mechanical damage and extreme temperatures with tree guards, and stake them if necessary for support, removing the stakes after one or two years.

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