Cercis mexicana
Mexican Redbud
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.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.
Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.