Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’

A small-to-medium deciduous tree. This is an excellent cultivar of Cercis canadensis that is characterized by foliage that blooms bright red and matures to a deep and rich burgundy. In Israel it gets an interesting variation when some of the leaves turn dark green. At the height of summer, due to the heat, the leaves turn green, and the appearance is somewhat less attractive when the reddish hue is lost. It is less recommended for hotter parts of the country. In cooler areas, it will have an interesting fall appearance in bright yellow. Its leaf shape is similar to that of other Cercis species, which is heart-shaped. The tree’s flowering, like all Cercis species, is early. Clusters of small, bright pink, pea-like flowers will appear en masse on all branches. This appearance is extremely spectacular, and the leaves bloom afterward. This cultivar has few pods so is less messy, and their appearance is less detrimental to the tree’s. This cultivar is smaller than the “green” Cercis canadensis, and its growth rate is slower. It will struggle in the hotter parts of the country. Despite its requiring extra watering in summer, it is important that it be planted in well-drained soil. It is very suitable for planting in large pots or planters. This is an impressive tree with a varied and interesting appearance that is very suitable for planting in most parts of the country.

In the same family: Cercis siliquastrum | Cercis siliquastrum ‘Alba’ | Cercis canadensis | Cercis canadensis pendula | Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’ | Cercis chinensis ‘Avondale’