Overview
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' is a pendulous weeping trees in the genus Cercis, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' (eastern redbud 'Pinkbud') is a deciduous tree cultivar known for its pendulous weeping habit. As a member of the Cercis genus, it features heart-shaped foliage and produces clusters of vibrant pink pea-like blossoms in spring, which appear before or alongside the leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun and well-drained fertile soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and is hardy to UK zone H5. It is suitable for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, as well as cottage and informal garden settings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cercis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Pendulous weeping
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud'
- Propagation
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to leafhoppers and scale insects
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to verticillium wilt, coral spot and honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud'?
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' need?
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' hardy in the UK?
Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Cercis canadensis 'Pinkbud'?
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Cercis genus
- Cercis racemosa
- Cercis siliquastrum 'White Swan'Judas tree 'White Swan'
- Cercis canadensis Little Woody ('Litwo'PBR)eastern redbud [Little Woody]