Cercis chinensis

Common Name(s):

Chinese redbud

Cultivar(s):

Alba (white flower), Avondale, Nana, Shirobana, Don Egolf (seedless redbud)

Categories:

Shrubs, Trees

Comment:

Easy to transplant.

Most forms are multi-stemmed shrubs. However, single trunk cultivars like 'Don Egolf' do exist in the trade.

Wildlife Value:  The flowers provide nectar for bees and once pollinated form leguminous pods, the seed can be consumed by birds. Members of the genus Cercis support the following specialized bee: Habropoda laboriosa.

Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: This tree can suffer from damage caused by deer.  

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Height:

8-15 ft.

Foliage:

Alternate, simple, leathery dark green leaves; 3 to 5 in. long; heart-shaped

Flower:

Rosy, purple flowers in spring; .75 in. seed pods

Zones:

6-9

Habit:

Deciduous

Site:

Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil

Texture:

Medium

Form:

Upright; multi-stemmed shrub/tree; small; erect

Width:

6-10 ft.

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Leaf:

5-6 in. alternate, simple, heart-shaped leaves; yellow-green fall color

Tags:

deciduous, bees, birds, nectar, pollinator, specialized bees, wildlife

NCCES plant id: 1472