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Cercis mexicana

Mexican Redbud

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Small multi-stemmed tree grows slowly to 15' x 15'. Heart-shaped leaves are dark green glossy and leathery. Small purple-pink flowers appear before leaves spring. Brown seed pods that follow are not very attractive. Native to Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.