A compact weeping redbud with cascading branches and heart-shaped deep purple foliage, with rosy-pink pea flowers along the stems in spring. A sculptural small feature for pots and courtyards.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 2 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls'
Botanically, Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls' is a slow-growing tree in the Fabaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous, purple-toned and rich in autumn colour foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls'
Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' 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
Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' in the garden
Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Buying Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls'
Plant Sale lists Weeping Redbud 'Ruby Falls' as advanced specimens and bare-root stock. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
