Redbud is a very popular ornamental for its springtime production of pink flowers.
Light 
Redbud is not intentionally regenerated.
Water
Redbud is found on a variety of soils, including moist valley and slope soils and lime outcrops.
Growth
Size
A large shrub or small tree up to 30 feet with a short, often twisted trunk and spreading branches.
Timber Value 
Redbud does not grow lage enough to be considered sawtimber, but it can be used for firewood.
Wildlife Value 
Deer browse young trees, and a variety of birds eat the seeds. Flowers are edible.
Attracts deer, several birds
Fun Facts
Flowers are edible and make an excellent addition to salads. Red dye can be derived from the roots.
Latin Meaning
Cercis: Greek "kerkis" (a shuttle - fruit resembled instrument), ancient Greek name for this tree /
canadensis: of eastern North America
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