Redbud (MN Strain, Single Stem)

(Cercis canadensis 'Northern Strain')  This once marginally hardy tree is now available for Northern yards thanks to the U of M!  A beautiful under story tree, it produces magenta-pink flowers in spring before leaf-out, a perfect way to welcome Spring.  This showy ornamental has heart-shaped, dark green leaves which turn a lovely yellow in fall. Plant in part shade to shade, you won’t be disappointed! Height and width at maturity: 20 x 20’ Sun or shade: full sun to partial shade to full shade Soil conditions: wide range Moisture tolerance: adaptable Fall color: yellow Climate resilience (ability to withstand changing temperatures and precipitation patterns associated with climate change): moderate Ash replacement? No, smaller statured tree. For more information, visit Bachman's.     Photo credits: Michigan State University, Bailey's, NetPS Plantfinder