Cercis canadensis

The Redbud features light pinkish purple blooms in April, bean-like seed pods in summer, and good color in fall. The tree performs best in moderately fertile soils that maintain consistent moisture.

↕️ 20-30 ft. ↔️ 25-35 ft.

FUN FACTS The Redbud’s early spring flowers are edible, and young seed pods can be eaten as a pea substitute before maturing to brown in summer.

MAINTENANCE Avoid wet or poorly drained soils. Redbuds do not transplant well and do best when planted young and left undisturbed. Water and fertilize the tree regularly to keep it vigorous. Pruning out dead branches as needed promotes tree health.