Cercis occidentalis

$8.50 – $30.25

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Western redbud

This deciduous shrub to small tree grows to 14′ tall.  In the garden, this multi-trunked tree is a great choice in a perennial border or woodland garden.  The large, rounded leaves have attractive heart-shaped bases. New growth can be coppery red.

The attractive magenta flowers appear in late summer to fall when the foliage turns light yellow to red. The reddish-purple seed pods hang on the tree in winter.

Western redbud is native to dry slopes, usually next to a spring or seasonal creek, but in the garden, don’t overwater.  Combines well when paired with ceanothus, Douglas iris, and coral bells.

Sun:Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand, Rocky

Other: Attracts Birds, Drought Tolerant

Container

1-Gal-O, 2-Gal, 2-Gal-O, 5-Gal-O, D-16-O, D-40-O, D-40O, TB4-O, 1-Gal, 15-Gal, 5-Gal, D-16, D-40, D-40S, Stub, TB4
Ecological Value

Being a member of the pea family, it is a beneficial nitrogen fixer. Hummingbirds take the nectar; Goldfinches eat the seed.
Historical Uses

The bark of young shoots were commonly used to make baskets and was also used to treat intestinal ailments.
Distribution

native to California and is also found outside of California, but is confined to western North America.
Elevation

Between 0 and 4000 feet
Communities
Habitat

Dry slopes and in canyons in foothills.

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