Flowering & Ornamental

Merlot Redbud

Name: Merlot Redbud
Brand: Arbor Buddy
SKU: 79993-115
Availability: InStock

Cercis 'Merlot'

Merlot Redbud delivers a striking early spring show, with branches lighting up in bloom just whe

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Height: 5-6 ft.

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5-6 ft.

$251

Heat TolerantDrought TolerantSpecimen

Built to anchor your landscape

A steady, moderate grower that fills in handsomely over a few seasons.

Growth rate: Moderate
Mature size: 12 - 15 ft. tall · 12 - 15 ft. wide
Hardy in: USDA zones 6–9

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Specimen

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About this tree

Merlot Redbud delivers a striking early spring show, with branches lighting up in bloom just when your landscape needs it most. Reaching about 12 to 15 feet tall and wide at a moderate pace, it fits beautifully as a front-yard focal point, an anchor by the patio, or a standout in compact garden spaces. Heat tolerant and drought tolerant, it thrives in USDA zones 6 to 9. Choose it as a confident specimen that adds effortless elegance without demanding fuss.

USDA hardiness zones 6–9

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height: 12 - 15 ft.
Mature width: 12 - 15 ft.
Growth rate: Moderate
USDA zones: 6-9
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water needs: Moderate
Soil: Adaptable, well-drained
Spacing: 12 - 15 ft.
Bloom season: Early Spring

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun or partial sun and adaptable, well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 12 - 15 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Water deeply about once a week while it establishes, then ease off as roots take hold.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 12 - 15 ft. tall and 12 - 15 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.

Shipping

Delivery method: Curbside freight, nationwide (lower 48)
Shipping cost: $149 flat per order
Lead time: Ships in 1–3 weeks; carrier schedules a delivery window

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	Merlot RedbudThis tree	Rise 'N Shine Eastern Redbud	Desert Willow	Thunderstruck Coral Boom Crape Myrtle	Cherry Plum
Mature height	12 - 15 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 30 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 25 ft.
Mature width	12 - 15 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 25 ft.	6 ft. - 10 ft.	15 ft. - 20 ft.
Growth rate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Fast	Moderate
Sunlight	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun
USDA zones	6–9	4–9	7–11	7–9	5–8

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