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Chinese Redbud

Cercis Chinensis

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Overview

The Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) is a spectacular spring bloomer, showcasing a profusion of magenta-pink flowers along its branches. This deciduous shrub or small tree reaches 8 to 10 feet in height, with a similar spread. Heart-shaped leaves emerge after blossoms and turn yellow in fall. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds vibrant color to compact spaces or as an understory feature.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — The Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) is a spectacular spring bloomer

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Leguminosae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — its low canopy makes it an excellent choice for underplanting with shade-loving perennials or groundcovers; shrub / tree
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — Ample space should be allocated to accommodate its mature width; flattened seed pods ranging from 2 to 4 inches in length
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — ensuring the full visual impact of its floral canopy; its low canopy makes it an excellent choice for underplanting with
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — will establish a resilient root system; prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — particularly in the tree's formative years; purple and red flowers in the garden
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — Regular watering during dry spells; ensuring the full visual impact of its floral canopy
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — the Chinese Redbud will reward the landscape with years of beauty; are followed by pendulous
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — purple and red flowers in the garden; each about 1/2 inch across
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — shrub / tree with purple and red blooms; ample space should be allocated to accommodate its mature width
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — The Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) is a spectacular spring bloomer; heart-shaped leaves emerge after, image 59
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — shrub / tree for full or half; will establish a resilient root system

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