Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis
Supports 30 caterpillar species (genus)
- Flower color
- Pink, purple or red
- Bloom
- March to May
- Leaves
- Deciduous
- Height
- 20–30 feet
- Spread
- 25–35 feet
- Light
- Part shade to full sun
- Soil moisture
- Somewhat dry to moist
Native to Tennessee (state-specific source)
Care
- Water during dry spells; drought stresses this tree.
- Avoid wet soil.
- Plant in its lasting position while young.