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Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White'

Family Leguminosae-Caesalpinioideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 4.5 - 6 m (15 - 20 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 6 m (15 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White' bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during early spring to mid-spring. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White' has fissured bark. A specimen plant, Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White' can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White' . Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Texas White' is tolerant of drought.