Species

Judas Tree

Cercis siliquastrum

Description

Small deciduous tree producing magenta-pink flowers directly on the bare branches in spring (Judas Tree).

Taxonomy

Family

Fabaceae

Genus

Cercis

Cultivars

7

Avondale

aka Chinese Redbud Chinese Redbud. A pretty little deciduous tree with an open branch habit. The bare branches are smothered in clusters of bright pink blossoms in spring. Heart shaped green leaves follow. Happiest in a sunny sheltered position in deep fertile soil. Height given 10 year estimate. Flower colour: Pink. Habit: Tree Multi Branched. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.

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Forest Pansy

aka Forest Pansy An attractive small deciduous tree with an interesting branch formation. In spring these branches are covered in tiny, hot pink blossoms. The wow factor continues when the deep maroon foliage appears. Plant where the light can shine through the foliage and away from strong wind. Est.10yr.growth. Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage, heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set. Flower colour: Pink. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Red.

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Hearts of Gold

aka Redbud An unusual form of Cercis AKA 'Redbud' that has heart shaped golden foliage. The new leaves emerge red in spring and turn gold, those that are shaded have more of a green tone. In spring the bare branches are covered in tiny lavender flowers. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Est.10yr.growth. This tree would be ideal to light up a slightly shady part of the garden with it's beautiful golden foliage and interesting branch structure. Flower colour: Lavender. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.

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Merlot

aka Redbud Chinese Redbud. This pretty deciduous tree dons large rounded glossy dark purple leaves. Its tight dense habit make it perfect for smaller areas. Strong, bright pink sweet pea-like blooms are borne on the bare stems in early spring. Named for the colour of it's glossy wine coloured leaves. Deciduous This is a crossed in breeding between Forest Pansy and Texas White. Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage is best developed in full sun. Heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set. Flower colour: Pink. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Brown.

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Oklahoma

aka Redbud An easy to grow and interesting small deciduous tree that even looks good bare. In early spring the branches are covered in a stunning display of tiny bright cerise flowers. Glossy, rich green summer foliage follows. Mellow autumn tones before leaf fall. Likes the sun. Deciduous. Flower colour: Pink. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.

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Ruby Falls

Stunning red heart shaped leaves which look so wonderful with sunlight behind, turning a vivid array of reds and oranges in the autumn. A pendula form that makes such an architectural statement either in the garden or a patio container. It also has an excellent display of pink flowers in the spring. Deciduous Outstanding dark glossy dark purple foliage Heat resistant, strong bright pink flowers that are self cleaning. Low seed set. Flower colour: Pink. Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella. Leaves: Deciduous, Brown.

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Texas White

aka Eastern Redbud An interesting deciduous tree with a tiered branch pattern. In spring the bare branches are smothered in clusters of tiny white blossom. Handsome, glossy green, heart shaped leaves follow. Mellow yellow autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in deep fertile soil in a sheltered spot. Est 10yr.growth. Flower colour: White. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.

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