Western Redbud

Cercis Occidentalis

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Overview

The Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is a vibrant deciduous shrub/small tree, reaching 10-18 ft. tall, notable for its showy magenta blooms in spring. Heart-shaped leaves emerge after flowers, transitioning to green and then yellow in fall. This low-maintenance native prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soils. Drought-tolerant once established, it provides year-round interest, perfect for accenting California landscapes and attracting pollinators.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 5–10Climate Mediterranean

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — is a vibrant and versatile ornamental tree

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Leguminosae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — enriching the seasonal palette of your garden.<br><br>For optimal growth

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Cercis occidentalis prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate various conditions

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — from full sun to partial shade

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Regular watering is crucial, particularly in the hotter months

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — the Western Redbud demonstrates notable drought tolerance

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — the Western Redbud can accentuate entryways

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — or serve as a focal point when planted as a solitary specimen

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Its compact size also makes it conducive to being planted in groups for a more dramatic effect

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — pink flowers in the garden

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — shrub / tree with pink blooms

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — shrub / tree for full or half

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — The Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is a vibrant deciduous shrub/small tree, reaching 10-18 ft; this

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — tall, notable for its showy magenta blooms in spring; the Western Redbud boasts a brilliant display of magenta-pink

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Heart-shaped leaves emerge after flowers, transitioning to green and then yellow in fall; from full sun to partial shade

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — This low-maintenance native prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soils; shrub / tree with pink

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Drought-tolerant once established; it provides year-round interest

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — it provides year-round interest; following the spring spectacle

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — perfect for accenting California landscapes and attracting pollinators; the Western Redbud demonstrates notable drought

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — is a vibrant and versatile ornamental tree; the Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is a vibrant deciduous shrub/small

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — perfect for accentuating gardens with its striking springtime bloom; is a vibrant and versatile ornamental tree

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — making it an ideal candidate for residential garden spaces.<br><br>Characteristic to the species; which transition from

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — the Western Redbud boasts a brilliant display of magenta-pink flowers in early spring; or serve as a focal point when

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — These blossoms grow directly on the gray branches, enveloping the tree in a cloak of color; heart-shaped leaves emerge

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Following the spring spectacle; making it an ideal candidate for residential garden spaces.<br><br>Characteristic to the

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