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Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Burgundy Redbud Tree
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| Description | This small, attractive tree has spectacular heart-shaped, burgundy coloured leaves that continually change colour throughout the year. A rich purple in spring, the foliage transforms to green over summer, followed by a multi-coloured autumn display in tones of red, apricot and gold. The branches have a distinctive, smooth, dark brown wood which contrasts well with the blossom like pink flowers that are borne before the re-emergence of leaves in spring. | ||
| Foliage |
Deciduous
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| Form |
V-Shaped
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| Mature Size | 5 x 5m | ||
| Uses | A stunning feature tree for small gardens or courtyards. Also works well in larger gardens for interesting foliage and stunning spring flowers. Also suitable for colder climate gardens, should cope with frosts and light snow. | ||
| Position & Soil | This tree will tolerate most soils but doesn't like prolonged periods of drought, or periods of wet. Best in deep, well-drained fertile soils. Avoid hot and windy sites. | ||
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| Pot sizes in production |
• 40cm/27L (1.4-1.7m) • 50cm/52L (1.7-2.0m) • 100L (2.0-2.4m) • 200L (3.0-3.5m) |
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| Substitutes |
• Acer japonicum 'Vitifolium' • Acer palmatum • Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' • Acer palmatum 'Osakazuki' • Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku' (syn. 'Senkaki') • Acer palmatum atropurpureum • Acer palmatum dissectum 'Seiryu' (upright) • Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' • Betula populifolia 'Royal Frost' • Cercis canadensis • Cercis chinensis • Cercis siliquastrum • Cotinus coggygria 'Grace' • Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' • Cotinus coggygria 'Velvet Cloak' • Cotinus coggygria purpurea • Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Tuscarora' • Prunus virginiana 'Purple Jewel' • Prunus x blireana |
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