Cercis canadensis - Redbud
A spectacular spring bloomer with vibrant pink flowers that are held tightly to it’s branches. Attractive heart-shaped leaves are sported from spring to fall. Prefers moist conditions with some shade. In the zone 5 range, it is recommended select a planting location with protection from the wind. Highly tolerant of urban conditions. Attracts pollinators.
Height : 6-20 feet Spread : 6-25 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
Key Pollinators : Specialist mining bees, mason bees, bumblebees, leafcutter bees (leaves used for nesting material)
Pollinator Food Source: Nectar & pollen
Larval Host Plant : Various species