Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Eastern Redbud is a deciduous tree that may grow over 30 feet tall. The leaves are alternate and heart-shaped with a smooth margin. The bark is smooth and brown in young trees. As the tree ages, scaly ridges and furrows develop. In early spring, clusters of pink to light purple flowers mature. The small tree produces a 2- to 4-inch flattened legume that contains brown seeds.
WildlifeHost plant for Henry's Elfin butterfly. Butterflies and other insects nectar from the flowers. Songbirds and small mammals occasionally eat the seeds. Nitrogen-fixer.
| Plant Type |
Tree 10-30 feet |
| Leaf Type |
Deciduous |
| Deer Resistance |
Low |
| Regions |
Mountain, Piedmont |
| Light |
Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade |
| Soil |
Moist, Dry |
| Bloom Times |
Early Spring, Spring |
| Seed Times |
Late Summer, Fall |
| Wildlife Value |
Butterfly/Insect Nectar, Butterfly Larvae Host |
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