Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' - 15 litre

Common name: Eastern redbud

Description: A deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves that emerge rich wine-purple and hold their deep colour well into summer, fading to bronze-green in autumn, with clusters of rosy-pink pea-like flowers on the bare branches in spring.

Other benefits: Outstanding, long-lasting purple foliage; pretty spring flowers; one of the most popular ornamental trees for a border or specimen planting.

Wildlife attraction: Flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects early in the season.

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 4-5m x 4-5m

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Soil pH: Neutral; chalky

Moisture: Moist but well-drained

Winter hardiness: Fully hardy (RHS H6)