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. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Forest Pansy Redbud does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Forest Pansy Redbud after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, 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
Forest Pansy Redbud sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Forest Pansy Redbud
Plant Sale lists Forest Pansy Redbud as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
