Cercis canadensis

Eastern Redbud

This native tree is a harbinger of spring with masses of purplish-pink flowers that attract many early-season pollinators looking for nectar and pollen. Flowering occurs before the leaves emerge. A member of the legume family, the pea-like flowers are followed by brown seed pods that resemble pea pods. Fall foliage is usually a good yellow. Flowers are followed by brown seed pods that look like pea pods.

Fall foliage is usually a good yellow.

Redbuds are smaller trees with nearly flat or rounded crowns often found growing beneath taller trees. Use as a focal point, in groups or along woodland edges.

  • Native, deciduous, flowering tree
  • Pea-like, purplish-pink flowers
  • Blooms in early spring

  • Category: Tree, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • Height: 20-30 ft
  • Spread: 15-25 ft
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Foliage Color: Green
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Landscape Characteristics
Branch Structure
Flowers
Specialty Use
Woodland Garden
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Pollinators
Classification by Use
Color Impact
Native
Habit
Spreading
Upright
Light Requirement
Part Shade
Part Sun
Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Fall Color
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Well-Drained
Foliage Color
Green
Additional Information about Cercis canadensis

Flowers are edible.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cercis canadensis

Easy to grow small tree, that is well adapted to many soil types as long as drainage is good. Will grow in acid to neutral soils in sun or shade but flowering is best in sun.