Redbud Trees

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Redbud trees for sale in North America include a variety of colorful trees. Some redbuds such as Flame Thrower or Golden Falls produce foliage that turns yellow or golden during fall. Another popular variety is Lavender Twist weeping redbud tree. This ornamental redbud tree produces beautiful purple flowers along with cascades of branches that reach the ground, creating unforgettable landscapes. What is a Redbud Tree? The redbud tree, also known as Cercis canadensis, is considered a small ornamental tree. These deciduous trees are native to North America and typically grow up to 20 feet in height. Redbud trees have beautiful branches and grow colorful heart-shaped leaves. Redbuds are known for their smaller size compared to other ornamental trees, this makes them a great choice to add to yards and landscapes. These beautiful trees add color and interest to any garden. How to Plant Redbud Trees Like any nursery stock, redbud trees require planning, care, and a suitable place for planting. Redbud trees are best planted in early spring, about a month before your area's last frost date. Trees planted in the spring tend to have a better chance of taking root than fall-planted trees, and providing the necessary watering and care to establish them is easier in the warm summer months. Redbuds, like most ornamental trees, require well-drained soil and a sunny area that allows their canopies to receive at least six hours a day of full sun. Once you have selected the perfect spot to plant your redbud tree, dig a hole in the ground that is as deep as and at least three times the width of the tree's roots. When you place the tree's root into the hole, make sure it is level-so that you won't leave the trunk tilting to one side- back fill the hole with soil, stopping when it is about half filled to water in and let the soil settle. You can now finish filling the hole with soil and water again. Your redbud trees will make use of good watering throughout the first season. Use a soak