Appalachian Red Eastern Redbud Common Name: Appalachian Red Eastern Redbud Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Appalachian Red’ Appalachian Red Eastern Redbud Plant family: Fabaceae Location: Art Trail, East Terrace Switchback Growing zone: 4-9 Height: 20-30 ft. Spread: 25-35 ft. Bloom time: March, April, May Bloom description: Hot pink with red sepals Leaf type: Leaves are large, ovate and heart-shaped, growing 3-5 in. long and 4-5 in. wide. Changing from a dark green to a nice bright yellow in the fall. Garden uses: Flowers emerge March through May and are one of the earliest flowering trees. Leaves change from a dark green to a nice bright yellow in the fall. Wildlife benefits: An early source of nectar for native bees and early butterflies.
