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Cercis canadensis 'Covey'

Family Leguminosae-Caesalpinioideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description As a flowering tree, this plant makes a bold statement in your garden and adds structure as well. Cercis canadensis 'Covey' (weeping eastern redbud) bears showy and medium magenta flowers during mid spring. This tree is weeping in form and has faded green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Cercis canadensis 'Covey' . In autumn, Cercis canadensis 'Covey' is alight with fall colour.