A small deciduous tree prized for luminous heart-shaped leaves emerging deep burgundy-purple, with rosy-pink pea flowers studding the bare branches in early spring.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 5 m H × 5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Forest Pansy Redbud
Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' is a moderate-growing tree in the Fabaceae family. It reaches around 5 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous, purple-toned and rich in autumn colour foliage. Pink and purple flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Forest Pansy Redbud
Forest Pansy Redbud suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Forest Pansy Redbud does best in loamy and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Forest Pansy Redbud is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Forest Pansy Redbud after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Forest Pansy Redbud in the garden
Forest Pansy Redbud earns its place for a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Forest Pansy Redbud with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Forest Pansy Redbud
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