Cercis Canadensis (Eastern Redbud)
Color Name: Ruby Falls
Ruby Falls is aptly named, with dark maroon heart-shaped leaves, rose-purple flowers, and bright red stems that will grace your garden with color and its wonderful weeping habit. Its dwarf size makes it an easy pick for smaller gardens and borders.
The most exciting feature of the new Ruby Falls Redbud is the outstanding color of the foliage. Its sweet, reddish-pink blossoms contrast perfectly against the dark leaves. Whether you plant this tree alone or amongst others in your garden, it takes your landscape to the next level.
Growing Tips: Select an area with well-drained soil and full sun to partial sun (4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight with some afternoon shade). Dig a hole twice as wide and twice as deep as the root ball. Place the tree in the middle of the hole, backfill the soil, and water. Spread 3 to 4 inches of mulch over the planting site to help retain moisture.
Watering: During the first year, water your tree about once or twice weekly. If you're not sure when to water, check the surrounding soil to about 3 inches down. If the soil is dry here, it's time to water your tree.
After the first year, your Redbud can thrive on rainfall alone, but we recommend that you continue to check the soil. Soil should remain moist about 3 inches down.
Fertilizing: In early spring, apply compost or a complete fertilizer, such as 5-10-5. Spread evenly around the root zone of the plant according to the label instructions.
Pruning: Prune the tree in early summer after the tree is done blooming. Begin by removing any larger lower branches and branches that cross over each other or rub together.
Cut off the branches close to the trunk without leaving any stubs. If several branches need to be removed, remove gradually over a few months. In late winter, prune any dead or damaged wood and remove any shoots that are growing from the bottom of the trunk.
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm.
Ruby Falls is aptly named, with dark maroon heart-shaped leaves, rose-purple flowers, and bright red stems that will grace your garden with color and its wonderful weeping habit. Its dwarf size makes it an easy pick for smaller gardens and borders.
The most exciting feature of the new Ruby Falls Redbud is the outstanding color of the foliage. Its sweet, reddish-pink blossoms contrast perfectly against the dark leaves. Whether you plant this tree alone or amongst others in your garden, it takes your landscape to the next level.
Growing Tips: Select an area with well-drained soil and full sun to partial sun (4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight with some afternoon shade). Dig a hole twice as wide and twice as deep as the root ball. Place the tree in the middle of the hole, backfill the soil, and water. Spread 3 to 4 inches of mulch over the planting site to help retain moisture.
Watering: During the first year, water your tree about once or twice weekly. If you're not sure when to water, check the surrounding soil to about 3 inches down. If the soil is dry here, it's time to water your tree.
After the first year, your Redbud can thrive on rainfall alone, but we recommend that you continue to check the soil. Soil should remain moist about 3 inches down.
Fertilizing: In early spring, apply compost or a complete fertilizer, such as 5-10-5. Spread evenly around the root zone of the plant according to the label instructions.
Pruning: Prune the tree in early summer after the tree is done blooming. Begin by removing any larger lower branches and branches that cross over each other or rub together.
Cut off the branches close to the trunk without leaving any stubs. If several branches need to be removed, remove gradually over a few months. In late winter, prune any dead or damaged wood and remove any shoots that are growing from the bottom of the trunk.
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm.
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Flower Color: Rose Shades Foliage Color: Maroon Shades
Height: 4 to 6 Feet Spread: 6 to 8 Feet Hardy in Zone: 5, 6, 7 |
Blooms: Early Spring
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
Specimen Plant Landscapes Fall Interest Easy to Grow Colorful Foliage
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Critter Resistance
Deer
