Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) - Image 14

Botanical name: Cercis siliquastrum

Common names: Judas Tree, Love Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: South East Europe

USDA Zone: 6-9

Cold tolerance: 0°F

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) white flower close up on woody branch against clear blue sky.
Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) white flower clusters densely cover the dark woody branch segments.


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