Forest Pansy® Redbud

Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’

Common Name: Forest Pansy Redbud

Mature Height and Width:
20–30' tall × 20–30' wide

Growth Habit: Broad-rounded small ornamental tree with multi-trunk tendency and spreading horizontal branching. Canopy moderately open with layered branch structure and visible trunk architecture. Moderate growth rate.

Foliage Description: Large heart-shaped leaves emerging deep burgundy-purple in spring, transitioning to maroon-green tones in summer. Foliage texture smooth with moderate canopy density and layered leaf presentation.

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 in full sun with some afternoon protection in hotter exposures.

Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5–9

Notable Landscape Uses: Specimen ornamental tree; lawn accent; patio tree; naturalized planting; woodland edge; courtyard focal.

Deer Resistance: Moderate
Young growth may experience browsing.