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) — the tree presents heart-shaped leaves; cercis occidentalis prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate various conditions

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — which transition from a refreshing green to bright yellow during the fall; pink flowers in the garden

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — enriching the seasonal palette of your garden.<br><br>For optimal growth; drought-tolerant once established

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Cercis occidentalis prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate various conditions; these blossoms grow directly on the

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — from full sun to partial shade; regular watering is crucial, particularly in the hotter months

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Regular watering is crucial, particularly in the hotter months; shrub / tree for full or half

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

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — the Western Redbud can accentuate entryways; the tree presents heart-shaped leaves

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — or serve as a focal point when planted as a solitary specimen; the Western Redbud can accentuate entryways

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

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — pink flowers in the garden; perfect for accentuating gardens with its striking springtime bloom

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — shrub / tree with pink blooms; enriching the seasonal palette of your garden.<br><br>For optimal growth

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — shrub / tree for full or half; its compact size also makes it conducive to being planted in groups for a more dramatic

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — The Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is a vibrant deciduous shrub/small tree, reaching 10-18 ft; this, image 53

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — tall, notable for its showy magenta blooms in spring; the Western Redbud boasts a brilliant display of, image 54

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Heart-shaped leaves emerge after flowers, transitioning to green and then yellow in fall; from full sun to, image 55

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — This low-maintenance native prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soils; shrub / tree, image 56

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Drought-tolerant once established; it provides year-round interest, image 57

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — it provides year-round interest; following the spring spectacle, image 58

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — perfect for accenting California landscapes and attracting pollinators; the Western Redbud demonstrates, image 59

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — is a vibrant and versatile ornamental tree; the Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is a vibrant deciduous, image 60

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — perfect for accentuating gardens with its striking springtime bloom; is a vibrant and versatile ornamental, image 61

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

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