Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-9.

Mature Height:

20-30 ft

Mature Width:

25-35 ft

Sunlight:

Full (6-8 hours)

Spacing:

12-15 ft

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

Pink

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, CA, HI, PR

Redbud - Eastern

Cercis canadensis
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.
$34.95
SKU: REDBUD01G

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Description

The Eastern Redbud is an outstanding deciduous ornamental tree native to the eastern United States. It produces clusters of pea-like, rosy pink flowers in early spring (March–April), with blooms typically arranged in groups of 4–10. As the season progresses, the reddish-purple leaves transform into a rich dark green before turning yellow in the fall, creating a beautiful, multi-hued display. This tree forms a spreading, graceful crown that reaches a mature height of 20–30 feet with a spread of 25–35 feet and exhibits a medium growth rate.

Unique Features:

  • Striking Spring Blooms: Clusters of rosy pink, pea-like flowers appear early in spring.
  • Seasonal Foliage Transformation: Leaves change from reddish-purple to dark green, then to vibrant yellow in fall.
  • Graceful Form: Forms a spreading, elegant crown that adds visual interest to any landscape.
  • Versatile Landscape Use: Ideal for naturalized areas, as a specimen tree, or grouped in a shrub border to contrast with evergreens or woodlands.

Mature Size:

  • Height: 20–30 feet
  • Spread: 25–35 feet

USDA Hardiness Zones:

  • Suitable for Zones 4–9

Care Instructions:

  • Planting: Choose a site with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil for optimal growth.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a robust root system; once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.
  • Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth and abundant blooms.
  • Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches.
  • Maintenance: The Eastern Redbud is low-maintenance and well-suited to naturalized landscapes, thriving when contrasted with evergreens or integrated into woodland borders.

Enhance your landscape with the Eastern Redbud—a small yet colorful tree that brings early spring brilliance and year-round visual interest to any garden or naturalized setting.

More Information: REDBUD GROWING GUIDE

Shipping

At Plant Me Green we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care. We ship your plants using FedEx Ground® the following business day after you have completed checkout.

We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions. 

If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.

Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.

How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Plant your redbud in full sun or partial shade, but do not plant in low-lying areas where too much water can accumulate. Mulch around tree, taking care to keep room between the mulch and the tree trunk. Prune redbuds in winter or early spring to create your desired shape.

Customer Reviews

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Cecilia Keklak
Arrived healthy

My baby Eastern redbud arrived looking good and healthy. I trimmed it slightly because the central leader looked shorter than the branches, but I'm not sure if that's necessary with a redbud. I wish it hadn't arrived on the weekend. I work a lot of weekends and it's easier for me to plant on a weekday. But overall, I'm very pleased.

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Tricia Christy
Awesome product

Shipping was fast and the Tree came in great shape!! Will definitely by from here again

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June Jones
Love This Tree

I received my Eastern Redbud tree about 2 weeks ago. It looks great! I have planted it according to instructions and it is doing great! Shipment was timely and great! I only buy my trees from this place! They are excellent!

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Randy Trudeau
Redbud Eastern

Tree looks great just waiting to plant it, I have some landscaping to first before the cold weather sets in

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M.L.
Wow!

When the tree arrived the leaves looked horrible and all fell off, but I still planted the tree. Omg! The tree has absolutely exploded with leaves since I’ve planted it. Every day I’m excited to check the growth progress. I will be a repeat customer

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