CERCIS canadensis 'Merlot'

Description:Common name: Eastern Redbud, Judas Tree. An excellent large shrub or small tree with dark red heart shaped foliage, that have hints of green as they age. Plant in sun where the sunlight will shine through the translucent leaves. Pale pink pea like flowers are borne on bare stems in spring before the leaves emerge

Uses: Especially suited as specimen in a small garden

Climate/Position: Full sun or dappled shade

Height/Spread: Height 4 metres. Spread 4 metres

Soil Requirements: Fertile, deep moist but well drained soil

Pruning: Well established plants can be pollarded in the spring to encourage large leaves

Special Requirements: Cercis do not like to be moved once planted