CERCIS
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CERCIS
Commonly known as American Judas tree, Eastern redbud
Genus of about 10 species of deciduous shrubs and trees from woodlands, woodland margins and rocky hillsides in the Mediterranean, central and eastern Asia and North America.
The most common is C. siliquastrum, Judas tree - or more likely Judea's tree (where it is commonplace). An absolute eyecatcher when flowers appear from an old trunk.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Leaf hoppers, scale insects, canker, coral spot, Verticillium wilt. -
Place of origin
North America. -
DeciduousHeart-shaped leaves to 10cm (4in), bronze when young, turn yellow in autumn.
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White
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Fully hardy
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree. Spreading, often multi-stemmed. Clusters of 2-8 small flowers to 1cm (½in) long on bare stems.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilLoamy. Does not like to be transplanted.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Dappled shade. -
Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size10m (33ft)
10m (33ft)
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Cercis - Growing Guide
