Flowers are showy, light to dark pink appearing in clusters of 4-8 along bare stems. Fruits are long legume shaped with 10-12 seeds in each pod.
Family | Pea |
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Season Bloom | Spring |
Habitat | The Eastern Redbud in bloom is a joyful sight. It is an understory species in open woods. Pink flowers cover the twigs in spring before the leaves emerge. It is considered a large shrub or small tree with a wide umbrella-shaped crown. Long-tongued insects and humming birds nectar on the blossoms. |
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Height | 15-30' |
Leaf Description | Leaves are distinctive being dark green and large, 4 inches both long and wide and heart shaped with prominent venation. |
Soil Type | Wet |
Light Source | Partial Sun |
Location | Woodland |