Amethyst Redbud is a beautiful dwarf tree with a rounded crown and a stunning spring display of amethyst pink flowers on bare branches in spring. The heart shaped foliage emerges burgundy and deepen to a purple that holds well in heat, with some purple still gracing the foliage in summer. Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil.
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Origins: |
Eastern N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
8’ - 10’ |
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Spread: |
8’ - 10’ |
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Spacing: |
8’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Canker can be a significant disease problem. Various diseases and pests and be prevented with regular watering and pruning of dead branches. Does not transplant well, plant when young and leave undisturbed.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or mass plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Screening, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Witch Hazel, Hydrangea, Japanese Forest Grass
IMAGES: Star Roses and Plants, Garden Gems® Amethyst Cercis
* As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
