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Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'

Chinese Redbud

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Description

Avondale Redbud is the most showy of all the redbuds, this selection from Dunkin & Davies in New Zealand produces fantastic deep purple flowers along its branches and even on the main trunk. Grown as a single stem or multi-stemmed tree, it flowers at an early age. In early spring blooming can knock your socks off.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Purple

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Lot

Special Uses

Screen, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.