Chinese Redbud Cercis chinensis Seeds – 10 Open-Pollinated Seeds for Deciduous Flowering Tree
$18.98
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Chinese Redbud Cercis chinensis Seeds – 10 Open-Pollinated Seeds for Deciduous Flowering Tree
$18.98
About This Plant
Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis) is a deciduous flowering tree known for abundant rosy-pink blossoms in early spring that appear directly on the branches before the leaves. It features a compact growth habit compared to many redbuds and adds vibrant color and seasonal interest to ornamental landscapes, small gardens, or courtyard settings.
What You Will Receive
10 fresh, viable open-pollinated, untreated seeds suitable for sowing.
Growing Information
- Common Name: Chinese Redbud
- Botanical Name: Cercis chinensis
- Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, average soil
- Mature Height: 15–25 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Bloom Time: Early spring
- Flower Color: Pink to rose-purple
- Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9
- Cold Stratification: Required (60–90 days)
Cercis chinensis seeds benefit from scarification followed by cold stratification. Seeds may be fall sown outdoors or prepared for spring planting. Young trees establish best with regular watering during their first seasons.