Vanilla Twist Eastern Redbud Common Name: Vanilla Twist Eastern Redbud Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Vanilla Twist’ Vanilla Twist Eastern Redbud Plant family: Fabaceae Location: North Forest Trail Growing zone: 5-9 Height: 4′-10′ Spread: 4′-10′ Bloom time: March, April Bloom description: Delicate white flowers born along the stems, very similar to those of ‘Royal White’. Leaf type: Medium to large, heart-shaped leaves turn light yellow in the fall. Garden uses: Introduced in 2013, this beautiful flowering tree is a weeping cross between C. canadensis ‘Covey’ and C. canadensis ‘Royal White’. Fantastic for use in small yards and along roadways. Wildlife benefits: Attracts hummingbirds.
