Chinese Red Bud 60/80cm (P9)
Cercis chinensis
£15.95
The Cercis chinensis, commonly known as the Chinese Redbud, is a captivating ornamental tree. Its most striking feature is the profusion of deep pink flowers that bloom directly on the branches in early spring, creating a spectacular display. This tree is a splendid choice for adding a burst of colour to UK gardens, particularly in smaller spaces or as an understory plant in larger landscapes.
- ✓ Spectacular spring display of bright pink flowers appearing directly on branches before the heart-shaped leaves emerge, creating a stunning focal point in your garden from March to April
- ✓ Compact size perfect for smaller gardens, growing to approximately 3 metres tall and wide, ideal for borders or as a specimen tree with an naturally elegant shape
- ✓ Heart-shaped leaves emerge with bronze tints in spring, mature to fresh green in summer, and turn butter yellow in autumn, providing year-round interest
- ✓ Easy to grow and maintain in well-drained soil, tolerant of full sun or partial shade, ideal for sheltered spots in gardens, requiring minimal pruning
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
In stock - Usually dispatched within a few days
Cercis chinensis, or the Chinese Redbud, presents an exceptional opportunity for UK gardeners to cultivate a tree renowned for its breath-taking floral display. This small to medium-sized deciduous tree is particularly noted for its profusion of deep pink to purple flowers that emerge directly on the wood of branches and trunks in early spring, even before the leaves appear. This striking floral display is followed by heart-shaped leaves that transition from a pale green to a deeper shade as the season progresses.
The Chinese Redbud is relatively adaptable to a variety of soil types, though it prefers well-drained, fertile soils and a position in full sun to partial shade. Its modest size makes it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or as a feature in larger landscape designs. Beyond its ornamental value, Cercis chinensis is also valued for its hardiness and ability to thrive in urban settings, making it a versatile and attractive addition to diverse garden environments.
Planting the Chinese Redbud is a way to bring a unique and enchanting beauty to any garden, offering a spectacular spring display and a graceful form throughout the year.
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
2.5–4 metres
Hardy when mature in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15C to -10C)
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Sunlight
Full Shade, Partial Shade
Pot Size
9cm
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Flower Colour
Pink
Hardiness
-15°C to -10°C (H5)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pollen Allergies, Pet Safe
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Neutral
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | This item |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.
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