Redbud - Forest Pansy - 5G

The Forest Pansy Eastern Redbud, also known as Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy', is a stunning small tree that is highly valued for its vibrant purple foliage and beautiful spring flowers. It is a cultivar of the Eastern Redbud, which is native to eastern North America.

In early spring, before the leaves emerge, the Forest Pansy Eastern Redbud produces clusters of small, pink to purple flowers along its branches. These flowers are not only visually striking but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil. It is relatively low-maintenance and can tolerate a range of soil conditions, including clay and sandy soils. Regular watering is important, especially during dry periods, to help the tree establish and maintain its health.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Canker can be a significant disease problem. Various diseases and pests and be prevented with regular watering and pruning of dead branches. Does not transplant well, plant when young and leave undisturbed.

LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or mass plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Screening, Shade Tree, and Street Tree. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Witch Hazel, Hydrangea, Japanese Forest Grass

IMAGES: Photo by Tim Sheerman-Chase, Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy', (2) Famartin, 2021-04-10 18 42 59 Forest Pansy Eastern Redbud blooming along Cobra Drive in the Chantilly Highlands section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Famartin, 2021-04-20 12 17 33 Forest Pansy Eastern Redbud new leaves and flowers along Stone Heather Drive in the Chantilly Highlands section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' JPG1Ac, CC BY-SA 3.0, (5) Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' JPG1Fe, CC BY-SA 3.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.