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Cercis siliquastrum

  • Shrub
  • 3-3,5 m high
  • Soft-coloured flowers
  • Yellow to yellow-green foliage
  • Notable autumn colour
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Garden use

Use

Solitary

For wildlife and biodiversity

For bees

Ornamental value and special features

Autumn colour Foliage plant Berries & fruits

Planting density

Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²

Characteristics

Height 300 - 350 cm
Flowering time May - June
Flower colour Pink
Leaf colour Yellow green, Green
Growth habit Wide, Ascending
Hardiness down to about -20°C

Site conditions

Light Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade
Moisture Average, Moist

Botanical information

Botanical name Cercis siliquastrum
Genus Cercis
Family Fabaceae
Common names NL: judasboom