Cercis canadensis var. texensis (previously known as Cercis reniformis) This charming tree boasts a shorter, more compact profile compared to Eastern Redbud, reaching a lovely height of 15-20 feet at maturity and stands apart with its impressive drought tolerance and strikingly darker, brighter wine-red buds and flowers. The leaves are thicker, glossier, and a rich dark green, often showcasing a lovely kidney shape. You’ll notice that the leaf tips are rounded or blunt, giving it a softer appearance, and it can brave winter temperatures down to USDA Zone 6. Growing this tree is a breeze in average, medium-moisture, well-drained soils, basking in full sun to part shade. It truly thrives in moderately fertile soils with consistent moisture, so it's best to steer clear of waterlogged or poorly draining areas. Because it doesn’t like being moved around too much, it's a good idea to plant it when it’s young and let it settle in happily in its new home. Butterfly Host Plant: Henry' Elfin (Callophrys henrici) BONAP MAP Height: 15’-20'Spread: 12’-15'Bloom: April Light: Full Sun-Dappled ShadeWater: MediumZone: 6-9 Origin: Texas, Oklahoma, & Northern Mexico
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