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Plant Care
Judas tree
(Cercis siliquastrum)
Also Known As
Judas tree, Redbud, Love tree
About This Plant
Cercis siliquastrum is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10-12 meters tall. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk with a spreading, irregular branching pattern. The leaves are heart-shaped and green in color, turning yellow in autumn. The flowers are pink or purple and appear in clusters on the bare branches before the leaves emerge. The fruit is a long, flat pod that contains several seeds.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 10-12 meters (33-39 feet), Spread: 8-10 meters (26-33 feet)
Light Requirements
Cercis siliquastrum prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but flowering may be reduced.
Humidity Needs
Cercis siliquastrum can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
The tree does not require regular fertilization, but a balanced fertilizer can be applied in the spring to promote growth.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before the tree starts to grow. Dead or damaged branches can be removed at any time.
Common Pests and Diseases
Cercis siliquastrum is generally not affected by serious pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to verticillium wilt and some leaf spot diseases.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation.
Watering Schedule
The tree requires moderate watering, especially during the first few years of growth. It can tolerate some drought once established.
Temperature Range
The tree prefers warm temperatures and is not frost-tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Growing Season
The tree blooms in spring and early summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Cercis siliquastrum is relatively easy to grow and maintain, but it requires some space due to its size.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 7a to 9b.
Did You Know?
The name 'Judas tree' comes from the belief that Judas Iscariot hanged himself from a tree of this species.
