SMALL CANOPY TREE; NATIVE SOUTHEAST HARBINGER OF SPRING; EXCELLENT TREE FOR SMALL SPACES

Species: Cercis canadensis ‘ Forest Pansy’

Plant Size, Type & Delivery Height: 1.5” diameter trunk ; Greater than 6 Feet Tall; Balled & Burlap

Mature Height: 25-35 feet

Growth Rate: Medium; 13-24”

Sunlight: Part Shade to Full Sun

Drought & Heat Tolerant: Moderately

Description: A true hallmark of Spring, Redbuds show off their purplish/pink flowers early on, even before their foliage comes out. With their wide, umbrella-like crowns and short height at maturity, Redbuds are great choices for many home landscapes, even near streets.  Forest Pansy variety is known for its deep burgundy colored leaves in the spring and early summer and its upright weeping canopy. This tree will fill a space nicely with lush beautiful canopy during the growing season and interesting limb shapes in the winter. In the springtime you’ll be stunned by the profusion of neon pink blossoms.

The fragrant flowers are edible, with a slightly sour taste, and can be added to salads, breads and pancakes. Unopened buds can be pickled and used as substitutes for capers. Butterflies, hummingbirds and song birds are attracted to Redbuds and bees use the flowers for pollen. Deer might be a pest as they like to munch on the foliage and twigs; sometimes squirrels eat the buds and bark. 

Redbuds are loved for their four seasons of attractive displays. And because they’re small, they fit well in tight urban gardens.

Growing Considerations:  Can grow in a variety of soil types and is moderately drought tolerant.  This is an excellent tree for small patches of yard and small places. 

Mono-culture Risk: Overplanted in General, Consider Buckeye as an alternative which is also offered in this sale.

Invasive Risk: None