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THE Forest
Pansy Redbud
About the Forest
Pansy Redbud :
The Forest Pansy Redbud tree, Cercis
canadensis, 'Forest Pansy', is an excellent
small tree for lawns, woodland gardens or
naturalized areas. Effective if planted as a
specimen or in groups. It is frequently
planted as a street tree in residential
areas. 'Forest Pansy' Redbud trees are a
purple-leaved cultivar of the popular
Missouri native redbud tree. It is a small,
deciduous, understory tree with a spreading,
flat-to-rounded crown. It can eventually
grow to 20-30' tall and the trunk usually
divides somewhat close to the ground.
Clusters of tiny, rose-purple, pea-like
flowers bloom profusely on the branches and
mature trunks for 2-3 weeks in early spring
(March-April) before the foliage emerges.
Flowers tend to be darker and more purplish
than other species. Heart-shaped leaves open
bright reddish-purple and gradually mature
to a more muted purple. Seed pods resembling
snow peas appear in late spring after
flowering. Fall color is variable, but often
includes attractive shades of reddish-purple
and orange. Redbuds are true harbingers of
spring. Easily grown in average, medium wet,
well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.
Partial shade is best in hot climates. |
