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Cercis canadensis 'Flame'
Also Known As
- Cercis canadensis 'Plena'
- Flame Eastern Redbud
- Plena Eastern Redbud
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 25'
- W: 15'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Cercis canadensis 'Flame' plant details
Cercis canadensis 'Flame' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cercis canadensis 'Flame'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 FT wide, 25 FT tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, fall color, shade tree, small tree, street tree, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cercis canadensis 'Flame'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Very-double (as in 40-something petals!), almost rosebud-like, pink flowers make this small (to 25' x 15') tree an exquisite addition to any landscape, yard, or woodland. Sun-PSh/Med
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Cercis canadensis 'Flame' plant
How to Grow Cercis canadensis 'Flame'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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