Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis
Description:
Compact tree 20 to 30 feet tall. Blooms March to May with clusters of red to pink flowers. Attractive to honey bees and butterflies. Part shade to shade, moist to well drained soils.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Redbud |
| Plant Family: | Fabaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Trees |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds, Bees |
| Bloom Time: | March to May |
| Fruit Timing: | Ripens in October |
| Global and State Rank: | SNR, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Loam |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
| Soil pH: | Slightly Alkaline, Neutral, Slightly Acidic |
| Soil pH: | 6.0 to 8.0 |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Partial shade to shade |
| Light Range: | Shade, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |