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 Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-9

Cold tolerance: 0°F

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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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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