EASTERN REDBUD
CERCIS CANADENSIS
Pink spring flowers, heart-shaped leaves, and small stature make this a nice option for even small yards.
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Mature Size: 15’ Tall x 15’ Wide
Annual Growth: 12-24”
Specific Maintenance: N/A
General Maintenance: Regular watering, Structural Pruning (every 5-10 yrs), Annual balanced fertilizer (May-June, slow-release), Protect from deer.
(Photos 1-2 & 4-6: Courtesy of J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.)
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Benefits:
Edible pink flowers (this is a member of the pea/bean family), full canopy, yellow fall color, no major disease or pest concerns, very low mess.
Drawbacks:
N/A
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