Cercis canadensis
A spectacular spring bloomer with vibrant, showy pink flowers that are held tightly to it’s branches. Attractive heart-shaped leaves are sported spring to fall. Prefers moist conditions with some shade. In our area it is recommended to plant in a spot with some protection from the wind. Highly tolerant of urban conditions. Attracts pollinators.
Height : 3-6 feet
Spread : 3-6 feet
Light : Full sun to part shade
Water : Medium to moist
Soil : Sand, loam, clay
Zone : 5-9
Leaves : Newly emerging leaves in spring have a reddish tinge turning glossy green throughout the summer
Stem : Slender brown stems
Flower : Clusters of small showy flowers in May
Fruit : During summer flowers turn to flattened brown seedpods which persist into the fall and sometimes the winter
Habit : Deciduous multi-stemmed upright spreading shrub. Suckers will form thickets