Western Redbud

Cercis occidentalis

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Characteristics:
Broadleaf deciduous shrub, or small tree, often multi-stemmed.

Growing Conditions:
Sun to part shade. Best with well-drained soil. Drought tolerant, does well on infrequently watered banks. Tolerant of alkaline and acid soils. Hardy to USDA Zone 6.

Uses:
Beautiful early-flowering small tree.

Height:
To 16' at maturity

Width:
Equal to height at maturity

Shape:
Rounded crown

Flowers:
Flowers pea-like, 1/2 inch long, purplish-pink, appear before leaves, blooms February-April

Leaves:
Leaves alternate, 1.5-3 inches long, round/kidney-shaped, dark green above, pale below

Bark:
Smooth, brown bark with lighter lenticels.

More Information:
Native range includes Utah, Arizona (common in the Grand Canyon National Park), and especially California.