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CERCIS canadensis 'Ruby Falls'
Commonly known as American Judas Tree, Eastern redbud
A breathtaking dwarf cercis with a compact weeping habit and heart-shaped maroon-red leaves turning burgundy in the summer
Further Reading....
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DeciduousHeart-shaped leaves, pointed at the tips to 10cm (4in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Rose pink -
HeightTo 2m (6½ft) -
SpreadTo 2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSpreading shrub/small tree
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
CERCIS canadensis 'Ruby Falls'
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesLeafhoppers, scale insects, canker, coral spot, Verticillium wilt
Place of originGarden origin. USA. 2009. North Carolina State University. -
Garden Location/ConditionsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Red
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Leaf margin
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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Cercis - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Tree Guards
Essential small tree protection from vermin and strimming. This pack includes 5 x 90cm canes and 5 x 90cm spiral guards. Includes instructions.
Only £5.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
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Only £10.20
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