Cercis chinensis
Chinese Redbud
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Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Description
C. chinensis is native to China and Japan. It is an open shrub which bears flower clusters that are 3 to 5 inches long, and vary in color from deep rose to an almost rosy purple.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Blooming
Often times, the first flowers of spring are seen on Redbuds. They have pink to purplish pink flowers that are borne on the bare shoots of the plant. The flowers are pea-shaped and evolve into long bean-like fruits.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Growth
Deciduous trees and shrubs. The largest of the species (C. canadensis) reaches 35 ft. tall and wide. Cercis grows best in full sun or light shade. Larger species make nice specimen plants, while smaller ones work well in a shrub border or trained against a wall.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Planting
Can be grown from rooted cuttings in summer, or sow seeds in containers in a cold frame in fall. Cold frames are protective structures, located outside for propagating and growing plants. Plant out Cercis when young as older plants resent transplanting.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Pest
Weevils, caterpillars, leafhoppers, whiteflies, and scale insects are common pests. Other issues include wilt, dieback, canker, leaf spots, blight, and downy mildew.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Interesting facts
Deciduous shrubs and trees that provide fall color. They look best in naturalized settings.
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) - Soil and irrigation
Needs moderate to regular water. Prefers rich, deep, loamy well-draining soil that is kept moist.
