Shirobana Chinese redbud
Cercis chinensis 'Shirobana'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Shirobana' Chinese redbud (Cercis chinensis 'Shirobana') is a tree for borders, specimens, accents, and woodland gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate, forms a dense shape, and blooms in early to late spring, when bees and birds visit. Deer tend to browse other plants first. Give it room to show off its shape.
Pairs well with Amsonia, Japanese forest grass, and Primrose.