Cercis canadensis 'Appalachia Red'

Eastern 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, and this variety though not truly red, is still amazing from bud to full flower.

  • Striking, bright pink flowers
  • In bud will be purple-red (the closest it gets to red)
  • Heart-shaped leaves

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

Height: 15-25 ft
Spread: 15-25 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Fuchsia, Pink, Purple

Interesting Notes about Eastern 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
  • Fall Color
  • Naturalizing
  • Focal Point
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Long Blooming
  • Specimen
  • Mass Planting
  • Low Maintenance

Foliage Color:

  • Yellow
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Humming-birds
  • Attracts Songbirds

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water