Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'
Chinese red bud
The bare, upright shoots of this plant are covered in small clusters of deep pink, pea-like flowers in early spring, creating...
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Plant description
The bare, upright shoots of this plant are covered in small clusters of deep pink, pea-like flowers in early spring, creating a spectacular display. Soon afterwards, the rich green, glossy leaves emerge, providing an attractive canopy throughout summer, and turning buttery shades before being shed in autumn.
Its bushy habit lends itself well to being trained as either a shrub or small tree, and as it is so compact, it will be happy in a very large pot for many years. The tree is supplied as a single-stemmed specimen that will naturally branch over time, as shown.
Its bushy habit lends itself well to being trained as either a shrub or small tree, and as it is so compact, it will be happy in a very large pot for many years. The tree is supplied as a single-stemmed specimen that will naturally branch over time, as shown.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Cercis chinensis Avondale:
When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
