Cercis canadensis v. mexicana

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Mexican Redbud

  
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Small multi-stemmed tree grows slowly to 15' x 15'. Heart-shaped leaves are dark green glossy and leathery. Small purple-pink flowers appear before leaves spring. Brown seed pods that follow are not very attractive. Native to Mexico.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.