Cercis, often called Redbuds, are small deciduous trees or large shrubs with an elegant form and brilliant showy flowers and foliage.
The reddish-brown bark and the dark zig-zag twig formation of the Cercis, together with the “pea-like” flower and colourful leaves make these trees popular and highly recommended for landscaping. In the spring time, before the leaves appear, light pink to dark magenta clusters of flowers make a brilliant showing along bare branches and even sometimes on the trunk.

Cercis prefers a moist, deep, well drained fertile soil in full sun, with shelter from wind.

aka Chinese Redbud

Chinese Redbud. A pretty little deciduous tree with an open branch habit. The bare branches are smothered in clusters of bright pink blossoms in spring. Heart shaped green leaves follow. Happiest in a sunny sheltered position in deep fertile soil. Height given 10 year estimate.

 

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aka Forest Pansy

An attractive small deciduous tree with an interesting branch formation. In spring these branches are covered in tiny, hot pink blossoms. The wow factor continues when the deep maroon foliage appears. Plant where the light can shine through the foliage and away from strong wind. Est.10yr.growth.

Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage Heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set.

 

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aka Redbud

Chinese Redbud. This pretty deciduous tree dons large rounded glossy dark purple leaves. Its tight dense habit make it perfect for smaller areas. Strong, bright pink sweet pea-like blooms are borne on the bare stems in early spring. Named for the colour of it's glossy wine coloured leaves.

This is a crossed in breeding between Forest Pansy and Texas White. Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage is best developed in full sun. Heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set.

 

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aka Red bud

A unique redbud with variegated white and green leaves that appear once the prolific pink flowers, that grow straight from the bark, have finished. A small, slow growing tree, perfect for smaller gardens or container growing. Autumn brings warm yellow shades in the leaves. Likes a semi shaded, well drained position. Protect from frost when young. Deciduous

 

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aka Chinese Redbud

Chinese Redbud. A pretty deciduous tree with an open network of branches that are smothered in clusters of small, white blossoms in spring. Heart shaped, rich green leaves follow. Happiest in a sunny sheltered position in nice deep fertile soil. A compact grower. Estimated growth in 10 years.

Cercis will appreciate a little bit of Lime incorporated into the soil at planting time.

 

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aka Eastern Redbud

An interesting deciduous tree with a tiered branch pattern. In spring the bare branches are smothered in clusters of tiny white blossom. Handsome, glossy green, heart shaped leaves follow. Mellow yellow autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in deep fertile soil in a sheltered spot. Est 10yr.growth.