CERCIS chinensis 'Avondale'
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CERCIS chinensis 'Avondale'
Commonly known as Chinese redbud
Compact habit with abundant dark purple-pink flowers
Small
Large
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.
£115.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Ultimate size in 10-20 years. Pea-like flowers are produced on last year's and previous years' wood -
Pests & Diseases
Leaf hoppers, scale insects, canker, coral spot, Verticillium wilt. -
Place of origin
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DeciduousRounded, glossy, leathery, rich-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long with pointed tips.Yellow autumn colouring.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Purple pink -
Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Orbicular
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Tall ShrubCompact, densely branched habit. Produces clusters of 3-8 flowers to 1.5cm (½in) across before the leaves.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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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 columnar
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2m (6½ft)
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Cercis - Growing Guide
