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| Bloom Time | Early Spring (April) |
|---|---|
| Bloom Duration | Short and Bold (2-3 weeks) |
| Tree Max Size | Mini (Max Height less than 10ft) |
Lavender Twist Redbud
Price range: $169.99 through $599.99
Lavender Twist® Redbud
(Cercis canadensis ‘Covey’)
Add unique form and enchanting spring beauty to your garden with the Lavender Twist® Redbud. This weeping variety of Eastern Redbud is known for its graceful, cascading branches and vivid lavender-pink flowers that blanket the bare stems in early spring before the heart-shaped leaves emerge. With its compact size and striking silhouette, Lavender Twist® is a stunning focal point in small gardens, courtyards, or mixed borders.
Key Features:
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Weeping Form: Elegant, cascading branches create a dramatic architectural statement.
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Vibrant Spring Blooms: Covered in vivid lavender-pink flowers before the foliage appears.
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Attractive Foliage: Heart-shaped green leaves provide lush summer interest, turning yellow in fall.
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Compact Size: Grows 5–6 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide, ideal for smaller landscapes or tight spaces.
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Four-Season Appeal: Offers ornamental interest through flowers, foliage, and distinctive winter structure.
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Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and early-season pollinators with its nectar-rich blooms.
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Native Beauty: A cultivated form of the native Eastern Redbud, well-suited to North American gardens.
Care Tips:
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Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade for best flowering.
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Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
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Prune only as needed after blooming to shape or remove damaged limbs.
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Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots.
Whether anchoring a garden bed, enhancing an entryway, or standing alone as a showstopper, the Lavender Twist® Redbud brings graceful movement and unforgettable spring color to your landscape. Its weeping habit and early blooms make it a true garden gem.
Visit our Bloomingdale, IL, Carpentersville, IL or Rockford, IL stores for local pickup!
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