Practical spring-flowering trees

Redbud. Glorious purple-pink blossoms brighten early spring in many North American forests. Available in a range of graceful forms, redbud is adaptable to a wide spectrum of garden climates — in California it performs more dramatically than the native California redbud.Botanical name: Cercis canadensisCommon name: Eastern redbudUSDA zones: 4 to 9Water requirement: Moderate or moreLight requirement: Full sun or partial shade, especially in hot climatesMature size: Up to 30 feet tall; compact varieties are much smallerGrowing tips: Make sure the soil drains well and is kept moist. Prune after bloom.

Redbud. Glorious purple-pink blossoms brighten early spring in many North American forests. Available in a range of graceful forms, redbud is adaptable to a wide spectrum of garden climates — in California it performs more dramatically than the native California redbud. Botanical name: Cercis canadensis Common name: Eastern redbud USDA zones: 4 to 9 Water requirement: Moderate or more Light requirement: Full sun or partial shade, especially in hot climates Mature size: Up to 30 feet tall; compact varieties are much smaller Growing tips: Make sure the soil drains well and is kept moist. Prune after bloom.

Redbud. Glorious purple-pink blossoms brighten early spring in many North American forests. Available in a range of graceful forms, redbud is adaptable to a wide spectrum of garden climates — in California it performs more dramatically than the native California redbud. Botanical name: Cercis canadensis Common name: Eastern redbud USDA zones: 4 to 9 Water requirement: Moderate or more Light requirement: Full sun or partial shade, especially in hot climates Mature size: Up to 30 feet tall; compact varieties are much smaller Growing tips: Make sure the soil drains well and is kept moist. Prune after bloom.