Cercis siliquastrum (Cercis, Judas Tree)

Type Tree, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Spreading arching
Size Small Tree (1.5 to 3m height)
Colours Dark pink Flowers (Summer late), Dark green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Cercis siliquastrum description: This small deciduous tree typically grows to a rounded 10m by 10m so allow it space to spread. It bears masses of pink pea like flowers in late spring and attractive heart shaped foliage which turns to yellow in autumn. This tree makes a fine specimen or can be planted to give height at the back of a border and added interest either end of the summer months.

Cercis siliquastrum cultivation notes: This small tree will will slowly but surely grow to form a handsome tree. Judas tree will grow in any moist yet well drained soil in full or part sun, however Cercis will tolerate a drier soil or even clays. Avoid very exposed planting locations as Cercis can catch winter frosts, always preferring a sheltered warm planting location. Remove frost damage and prune to shape at winters end and mulch every few years to feed.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; Attractive autumn colour; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates heavy clay soils.

Common Missspellings: Carsis, Sircis, Cersis, Sirciss, Cirsiss, Sercis

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