Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 25-35' x 25-35' |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | Medium Water |
Flower Color | Pink |
Bloom Time | Spring |
Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Fall Color |
Container Sizes | #5, #15, 24" box, 36" box |
Natural Growth Habit | Rounding |
Sunset Garden Zones | 1-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
Plant Type | Tree |
Cercis canadensis (Eastern redbud) is a small deciduous tree found throughout the eastern United States. Redbud is sometimes known as Judas-tree. It is a strikingly conspicuous tree in the spring because it flowers before other tree leaves form. The wood is heavy hard and close-grained however because of the small size and irregular shape of the tree it is of no commercial value as a source of lumber. This tree is most valued as an ornamental.