Redbud

 

Common Name	Redbud
Scientific Name	Cercis canadensis
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Dry Upland Site, Moist Upland Site
Light Preference	Partial Sun
Wildlife Value
Soil pH	Neutral (pH 6-8), Basic (pH>8)
Height	20' to 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	No
Comments	fast growing small tree widely used as an ornamental; purplish-pink flowers in early spring; yellow fall color; prefers neutral and slightly alkaline soils; host plant for several butterfly species