Judas Tree (Redbud)
Cercis siliquastrum
EdibleZones 6–9understory
Cercis siliquastrum, commonly known as European Cercis, the Judas tree or Judas-tree, is a small deciduous species of redbud in the flowering plant family Fabaceae which is noted for its prolific display of deep pink flowers in spring. It is native to Southern Europe and Western Asia.
Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).
At a glance
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Water need
- Low
- Mature height
- 6 m
- Maintenance
- Low
- Hardiness
- USDA 6–9
- Layers
- understory
Functional roles
foodpollinatorinsectarywildlife
Propagation
How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.
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When: Sow scarified seed spring
Pink pea-flowers straight off the bark in spring (edible, for salads) and loved by early bees.
Where to get it
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Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.