.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Forest Pansy' Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' - Single Stem Description A vibrant deciduous tree featuring deep purple foliage in spring and summer, with striking pink flowers in early spring and attractive heart-shaped leaves. Its compact size makes it ideal for small gardens and urban landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for ornamental landscaping, street planting, small gardens, and as a focal point in courtyard designs. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' Common Name: Forest Pansy' Eastern Redbud Size & Growth: Typically 20-30 ft tall with a spread of 15-25 ft; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Heart-shaped, purple foliage in spring and summer, turning to green in fall Bloom Time: Early spring (March-April) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: None known Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, small flowers for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Other spring-flowering shrubs and shade trees Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade, spacing 15-20 ft apart Soil Moisture: Prefers evenly moist soil Soil Type: Adaptable but prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soils Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead wood Winter Care: Mulch around roots in colder zones, protect from harsh winter winds Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Minimal maintenance, seasonal watering during drought