Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) - Image 14

Botanical name: Cercis siliquastrum

Common names: Judas Tree, Love Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: South East Europe

Hardiness: 0°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall 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
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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