Cercis canandensis

West of Dutton

The eastern redbud is a small ornamental tree with a round canopy and heart shaped leaves. It has clusters of deep pink blooms in the early spring.


Botanical Name: Cercis canandensis
Common Name: eastern redbud
Location: West of Dutton
Family: Fabaceae
Sunset Zones: 1-3, 7-20, H1
Native Range: Eastern United States
Habitat: Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates dry soils with periodic water.
General Habit: Deciduous tree grows 20-30 ft. tall.
Notes: Leaves are rounded and heart shaped. Clusters of small pink flowers appear in early spring, usually before leaves show. Pods follow the flowers in late spring. Grown widely as a relatively pest-free ornamental tree.