NATIVE – Upright, spreading, deciduous tree. Blooms in very early spring with vivid magenta flowers.Foliage is heart shaped, a medium green in summer, transforming in the fall to yellow.Very tolerant and adaptable. Fast growing when young. Botanical Name- Cercis canadensis Pronunciation- SER-sis kah-nah-DEN-sis Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 25 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Adaptable to most soils, except wet ones Current Size- 5′ Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- Early spring Companion Plants- Wintercreeper – 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 – PD3 13 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
