Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy', known as the Forest Pansy Redbud Tree, is one of the most stunning ornamental trees for year-round colour and structure. Its dramatic heart-shaped leaves emerge deep purple in spring, mature to rich bronze in summer, and turn fiery shades of orange, red, and yellow in autumn. In early spring, vibrant pink flowers burst directly from bare branches, creating a spectacular display before the foliage arrives.
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Key Features
Showy Foliage – Heart-shaped leaves emerge deep reddish-purple, mature to rich plum, and blush yellow-gold in autumn
Early Spring Flowers – Clusters of bright pink pea-flowers appear on bare stems before leaf-out
Graceful Form – Vase- or rounded-shaped tree, often multi‑stemmed, creates a layered, architectural structure
Awards & Resilience – Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit; adaptable to a range of soils and light conditions
Wildlife-Friendly – Flowers attract bees and butterflies in early spring
Low-Maintenance – Hardy and easy to grow, with minimal pruning requirements
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Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' | Redbud Tree
Specification Details Botanical Name Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' Common Names Forest Pansy, Eastern Redbud 'Forest Pansy' Family Fabaceae Origin North America, cultivated form of the Eastern Redbud