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Western Redbud

Western Redbud

Cercis occidentalis

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 6aZone 10b

A multi-stemmed deciduous shrub native to the western United States, valued for its profusion of magenta or pink flowers that bloom on bare branches in early spring. Highly drought-tolerant once established, it is excellent for dry gardens and xeriscape designs.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–10′ tall × 4–12′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 6aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

California, Arizona, Utah, Nevada

Native to: California, Arizona, Utah, Nevada

Function & Care

erosion controlhedgerowpollinator nectarywildlife benefitedible

Edible Parts

flowerpod

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting, sucker

Notable Cultivars

'Oklahoma' is a widely grown cultivar known for deeper magenta flowers and more compact form. 'Silvanus' offers white flowers and is less commonly found.