Cercis canadensis 'Merlot'
Merlot Eastern Redbud
Description
Cercis canadensis 'Merlot'™ is a Canadensis and texensis cross to produce a more drought and heat-tolerant tree. It has glossy, small rounded dark purple leaves and has an upright vase-shaped growth habit. It has a tighter, denser habit than Cercis "Forest Pansy" and is more heat tolerant and drought tolerant (texensis factor.) Leaves of 'Merlot'™ are smaller, thicker, and glossier than those of 'Forest Pansy'™. Mature plants flower heavily with strong bright pink, self-cleaning flowers and have a low seed set. 'Merlot'™ does not show leaf stress in the heat of summer.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Purple
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Soil pH
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.