Spreading, deciduous small tree that gives a punch of color to any garden.Blooms in very early spring, with rose-purple flowers.Foliage unfurls in spring a rich scarlet-purple, maturing to amaroon-green, changing to yellow in the fall. Plant in a somewhat winter protected spot. Botanical Name- Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’ Pronunciation- SER-sis kah-nah-DEN-sis Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Adaptable to most soils, except wet ones Current Size- 8′ Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- Early spring Companion Plants- Forever Emerald Inkberry – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially bumblebees), early butterflies, hummingbirds (nectar from young blooms) Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune deadwood after flowering; water deeply during drought and fertilize in early spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to remove deadwood and improve structure. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. Incorporate compost into clay to improve drainage around roots. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Canker diseases, leaf spot
