Forest Pansy Eastern Redbud

About this plant

Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'® Eastern Redbud is a striking cultivar of the native Eastern Redbud tree, celebrated for its vibrant, heart-shaped foliage that emerges a rich purple-red in spring and deepens to a dramatic burgundy as the season progresses. This deciduous small tree typically grows 20 to 30 feet tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for ornamental landscaping and naturalistic gardens. In early spring, before leaf-out, it produces an abundant display of stunning magenta-pink, pea-like flowers directly on its branches and trunk, a phenomenon known as cauliflory, which attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The 'Forest Pansy' was selected and introduced in the mid-20th century for its superior leaf color and adaptability, thriving in a range of soil types and exhibiting good drought tolerance once established. Its unique combination of vivid foliage and e

Plant details

Mature height

25 ft.

Mature width

25 ft.

Growth rate

Moderate

USDA zones

4-9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Water needs

High

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Spacing

20 ft.

Bloom season

Early Spring (March), Mid-Spring (April-May)