Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) - Image 7

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) pink flower clusters growing directly from rough brown tree bark
Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree) pink flower clusters emerging directly upon thick rough brown bark


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