In spring, magenta flower clusters are followed by bright green, heart-shaped leaves maturing to blue-green. Western Redbud has fall colors of yellow and red. Use California native as a lawn tree, accent or small space tree in areas like Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 10′-18′ tall, 10′-18′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun or Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Low
- USDA Zone: 6a
- Growth Habit: Rounded, Narrow
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Deciduous, Attracts Birds, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Butterflies, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Prefers well draining, sandy, slightly alkaline soils. Prune in late winter. Feed with a tree and shrub fertilizer in late winter before new growth appears.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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