Avondale Redbud

Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'

Pronunciation: SER-sis chi-NEN-sis
SKU #02352
5-9

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One of the most profuse flowering of all redbuds. Very showy dark rose-purple flowers literally cover the stems of this small, sturdy branched tree in spring. Glossy, green, heart-shaped leaves fill the tree as the blooms fade. A thrilling spring specimen that easily fits into smaller landscapes and is well-adapted to containers. Deciduous.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 10 to 12 ft. tall and wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fall Color
Problems/SolutionsBlack Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasWhile this Chinese Redbud looks similar in structure and bloom as the U.S. native, it is much smaller, allowing it for more applications in the landscape. Incorporate it in a minimalist Asian garden or in the wild beauty of a native landscape. This tree can go where others can't, such as in raised planters, corner beds and even a patio container where you can enjoy its beauty up close.
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsWitch Hazel (Hamamelis); Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Dogwood (Cornus); Oak Leaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia)
Care InstructionsPrefers deep, light, well-drained soil. Best with light shade in hot southwestern deserts. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer in early spring.
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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fall Color
Problems/SolutionsBlack Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasWhile this Chinese Redbud looks similar in structure and bloom as the U.S. native, it is much smaller, allowing it for more applications in the landscape. Incorporate it in a minimalist Asian garden or in the wild beauty of a native landscape. This tree can go where others can't, such as in raised planters, corner beds and even a patio container where you can enjoy its beauty up close.
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsWitch Hazel (Hamamelis); Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Dogwood (Cornus); Oak Leaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia)
Care
Care InstructionsPrefers deep, light, well-drained soil. Best with light shade in hot southwestern deserts. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.