Black Pearl™ Redbud

Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Black Pearl’

Common Name: Black Pearl Redbud

Mature Height and Width:
20–25' tall × 20–25' wide

Growth Habit: Upright-rounded small ornamental tree with strong central leader and balanced branching structure. Canopy moderately dense with layered branch architecture and visible trunk development. Moderate growth rate.

Foliage Description: Deep burgundy to near-black heart-shaped foliage with glossy surface and strong color retention through summer. Leaves maintain darker tone compared to Forest Pansy with reduced green fade.

Flower Description: Rosy lavender-pink pea-like flowers borne along stems and branches prior to leaf emergence. Bloom density moderate with classic redbud trunk and branch flowering pattern.

Bloom Time: Early spring before foliage emergence.

Fall Color: Yellow to muted bronze tones.

Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade; best foliage color and density in full sun.

Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5–9

Notable Landscape Uses: Specimen ornamental tree; lawn accent; patio tree; courtyard focal; streetscape planting; foundation accent.

Deer Resistance: Moderate
Young growth may experience browsing.