Photo of Cercis canadensis 'Alba' flower by Jane Unger

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Cercis canadensis 'Alba'

Also Known As

  • Alba Eastern Redbud

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 15'-25'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Cercis canadensis 'Alba' plant details

Cercis canadensis 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge followed by brown and red fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cercis canadensis 'Alba'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: showy, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cercis canadensis 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Tanzanite Twinkle' bears broadly undulating petals with icy white petals with broad edges of royal purple with hints of blue and blue beards. Blooms in the mid to late season at 36 inches high. Tall Bearded (TB) irises, previously known as Iris germanica
Profuse, pure-white blossoms on gracefully spreading branches in spring make this compact tree/shrub an excellent choice for the small yard. S-PSh/M
This small tree is a rare and much sought after white budding form of the hardy American Redbud. It bursts into full flower in the spring, covering itself with a snowy white. It would be beautiful planted in a woodland setting with its blooms contrasting with the darker colors of the forest. Delightful!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Cercis canadensis 'Alba' plant

How to Grow Cercis canadensis 'Alba'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Fruit

    • red
    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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