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Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud

Cercis Canadensis

A small, short lived, highly ornamental tree native to central and eastern USA. Rarely planted in New Brunswick. Attractive large, heart-shaped leaves and beautiful pink/magenta blossoms emerging along branches in May before leaves unfurl. ‘Perfect’ flowers containing both male and female parts. The tree has shallow roots so cover with mulch to protect from frost and heat. Best planted in spring or early fall and when young as it does not transplant well. Blooms very early in the season before leaf-out which means flowers are susceptible to late frost. Flowers provide an early source of nectar for bees and other insects and seeds provide food for local wildlife.

Additional information

Foliage

Deciduous

Locale

Native to North America

Height

Small (under 30ft)

Width

Narrow

Form

Irregular, Multi Stemmed

Growth Rate

Moderate

Longevity

Short (under 50 years)

Hardiness Zones *

5

Sun Exposure

Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs)

Soil Preferences *

Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining

Soil Tolerances

Clay, Slightly Alkaline

Ornamental Interest

Flowers (attractive), Leaves (shape)

Wildlife Value

Bees (flowers), Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterflies (flowers), Hummingbirds (flowers), Insect Pollinators (flowers), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds)

Human Value

Fuel (wood)

Seed Collection

Ordered Online

Planting Considerations

Shallow Roots, Tricky to Transplant