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Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Forest Pansy Redbud
- » Native
- » Deep rose-colored flowers in spring
- » Burgundy leaves change to purple
- » Darker blooms than the species
- » Easy to grow
- Category:Tree
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:20-25 ft
- Spread:25-30 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
- Foliage Color: Purple Shades
It's difficult to imagine topping the native magnificence of Cercis canadensis, but in 'Forest Pansy', the species is indeed overshadowed by its purple-leaved cultivar. Like the species, 'Forest Pansy' is covered with clusters of rose-purple buds, opening in May to trumpet the true arrival of spring with an unrivaled display of deep rose-colored flowers that will appear weeks before the foliage. The flowers are slightly darker than the species and will blanket the branches for 2-3 weeks, finally giving way to big burgundy heart-shaped leaves that will become a more muted purple in the heat of summer… what a show!
Maintenance and Care
| • | Low Maintenance |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Flower Color
| • | Pink |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Prefers full sun, and slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable. Little pruning is required except to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches.