Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)Hardy, deciduous, spring flowering tree Description: Graceful tree with heart shaped leaves and purplish pink, pea like flowers in early spring; leaves yellow green in the fall Habit: Grows to 30 feet high and 35 feet wide Culture: Prefers full sun or partial shade and good drainage Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 4 Origin: North America Attributes: Fall color Jefferson documented In 1781 Thomas Jefferson listed redbud in his only published book,

Habit: Grows to 18 to 24 inches tall and 24 to 30 inches wide

bright red fruits in late summer persist overwinter

It also goes by the names of 'Sweetheart Rose'

Trumpet Honeysuckle or Coral Honeysuckle

Malus angustifolia

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The woven rush seat and sturdy walnut legs have roots in the 18th century