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Cercis canadensis Appalachian Red

Appalachian Red Redbud

Deep purple blooms are such a dark colour they appear almost red. The rounded canopy of heart-shaped leaves are semi-glossy with coppery-red tones when young, maturing to green.

  • »  Deep purple sweet pea-like blooms appear almost neon red
  • »  Prolific bloomer, although later than the species
  • »  Semi-glossy heart-shaped green leaves
  • »  Foliage emerges with coppery-red tones
  • »  Upright, rounded canopy
  • »  Fall colour is yellow-green
  • »  Bloom Time: April

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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Seed
• Juglan Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
• Specimen
• Woodland/woods edge
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cercis canadensis 'Appalachian Red'

Cercis tolerates varied soil conditions and pHs, but not wet soils. To promote general health, prune out dead branches. Can be a multi-stemmed clump or tree form.