Cercis canadensis 'Appalachian Red'

Appalachian Red Redbud

Appalachian Red Redbud is a beautiful flowering tree. It is a variety of the Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) native to the Appalachian region of the United States. The Appalachian Red Redbud is known for its stunning deep red or purple flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. It is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching a height of about 20 to 30 feet (6 to 9 meters) with a spread of 25 to 35 feet (7.5 to 10.5 meters). The heart-shaped leaves of the Appalachian Red Redbud turn yellow in the fall, adding to its visual appeal. It is a great choice for adding color and interest to your landscape.

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, Shade Tree, and Street Tree. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Hydrangea, Witch Hazel

IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Cercis canadensis Appalachian Red 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by cultivar413, 160430 067 The High Line, (3) Famartin, 2021-04-13 18 14 27 Flowers on an Eastern Redbud within Horsepen Run Stream Valley Park in Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Photo by David J. Stang, Cercis canadensis Appalachian Red 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (5) Photo by David J. Stang, Cercis canadensis Appalachian Red 4zz, CC BY-SA 4.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.