Product description
When Love is in the air, Cercis canadensis Ruby Falls is the plant you want in your garden! Its beautiful leaves are heart-shaped, perfect for a romantic garden setting with a picnic table and bench. This little tree has a pronounced weeping habit and the branches can sometimes touch the ground if left unpruned.
The Weeping redbud stands out with a fabulous display of colour. In spring, the bare branches are smothered with purple-pink and lavender-pink small flowers that have a sweet fragrance. Bees, butterflies and birds will soon be attracted bringing sound and movement into your space. Soon after, the leaves appear in a rich ruby red colour. They are glossy and pendulous, weighing down the branches and creating a fiesta of colourful hearts.
As autumn approaches, the foliage turns to a golden yellow and fiery scarlet red before falling. The leaves are ideal for pressing between the pages a heavy book and can be used in school projects, scrap booking and to make wonderful Valentine’s Day cards.
Your Weeping redbud is a deciduous tree and will lose its leaves in winter. Plant in full sun to get the best colour out of the leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but is very hardy and can tolerate a range of soil types. If left unpruned, it will grow to a height of 2.5m and a spread of 1.5m in a 10 year period.
Cercis canadensis Ruby Falls is ideal for smaller gardens, cottage gardens and those forgotten corners in need of a splash of interest and instant colour.
Eastern Redbud Tree
Cercis 'Ruby Falls'
Cercis 'Ruby Falls'
Product description
When Love is in the air, Cercis canadensis Ruby Falls is the plant you want in your garden! Its beautiful leaves are heart-shaped, perfect for a romantic garden setting with a picnic table and bench. This little tree has a pronounced weeping habit and the branches can sometimes touch the ground if left unpruned.
The Weeping redbud stands out with a fabulous display of colour. In spring, the bare branches are smothered with purple-pink and lavender-pink small flowers that have a sweet fragrance. Bees, butterflies and birds will soon be attracted bringing sound and movement into your space. Soon after, the leaves appear in a rich ruby red colour. They are glossy and pendulous, weighing down the branches and creating a fiesta of colourful hearts.
As autumn approaches, the foliage turns to a golden yellow and fiery scarlet red before falling. The leaves are ideal for pressing between the pages a heavy book and can be used in school projects, scrap booking and to make wonderful Valentine’s Day cards.
Your Weeping redbud is a deciduous tree and will lose its leaves in winter. Plant in full sun to get the best colour out of the leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but is very hardy and can tolerate a range of soil types. If left unpruned, it will grow to a height of 2.5m and a spread of 1.5m in a 10 year period.
Cercis canadensis Ruby Falls is ideal for smaller gardens, cottage gardens and those forgotten corners in need of a splash of interest and instant colour.
Give your tree the best start
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Cercis trees in late winter or early spring to maintain their shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Avoid heavy pruning, as the natural form of the tree is part of its charm. In spring, enjoy the stunning display of pink or purple blossoms that appear directly on the branches and trunk, adding a unique burst of colour to your garden.
How to Water
Water Cercis trees deeply after planting and regularly during the first year to help establish a robust root system. Once established, these trees are relatively drought-tolerant but will benefit from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells. Avoid overwatering, as excessive moisture can cause root rot. For best results, water in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to minimise evaporation.
How to Plant
To plant Cercis, select a sunny or partially shaded location with well-draining, fertile soil. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and slightly shallower than its depth, allowing the top of the root ball to sit level with the soil surface. Carefully place the tree in the hole, backfill with soil, and firm gently around the base. Water thoroughly to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets. Add a mulch layer around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, ensuring it is kept away from the trunk.
