Eastern redbud in a nursery container

Field guide

Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

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Size

Planned sizes

  • Size15 gal
  • Item codeCECA-EASTERN-15G

The species, cultivar, container size and form you choose are what we deliver. If that exact tree isn't available, we tell you before anything ships. We never substitute without asking.

Container trees can show some leaf drop, seasonal dormancy or light scuffs on bark and pot after transport. These are normal and don't affect establishment.

Delivery timing will be confirmed when ordering opens.

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The tree

Why plant this tree

Cercis canadensis

A small understory tree covered in pink-purple flowers before its heart-shaped leaves appear.

Why Texans plant it

  • One of the first signs of spring: bare branches covered in pink to magenta blooms.
  • A small to medium tree that fits smaller yards and sits well beneath larger shade trees.
  • Native to Texas, so it suits local soils and wildlife with sensible care.
  • Heart-shaped leaves give light dappled shade and clean yellow colour in fall.

Quick facts

At maturity

Mature height
20–30 ft
Mature spread
25–35 ft
Growth rate
Moderate
Sun
Full sun to part shade
Water
Moderate
Hardiness zone
4–9
Texas native
Yes
Bloom colour
Pink-purple
Bloom season
Early spring

Choose your size

These are planned container sizes. Availability, height, caliper and pricing will be confirmed before ordering opens.

  1. 15gal

  2. 30gal

Planting and care

Plant at the same depth the tree sat in its container, with the root flare at or slightly above grade. Water deeply at planting, then on a regular schedule through the first two summers. Care steps for each species are confirmed with the grower before launch.

Delivery and access

We deliver curbside or to your driveway. You plant, or arrange your own planting help. Larger sizes are heavy and need clear access for the truck and help with unloading; we confirm access before we schedule. Delivery windows are confirmed before dispatch.

Delivery

Planned delivery: Houston · Austin · San Antonio

Questions

Is the size I pick exactly what arrives?

Yes. The container size and form you choose is what we deliver. If that exact tree isn't available, we tell you before anything ships and never substitute without asking.

Do you plant the tree?

Not at launch. We deliver to the curb or driveway and you handle planting.