Cercis canadensis ‘Covey’
Family: Leguminosae
Common names: EASTERN REDBUD, FOREST PANSY REDBUD, REDBUD
Native to: Central America, North America
Sentiment: betrayal
Plant
Type: tree
Forms: erect, open form
Leaves deciduous
Max height: 15 feet
Max width: 14.5 feet
Flower
magenta/purple, pink
Leaf
green
new growth distinct
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: bird, hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar, seeds
Plant features: deciduous
Exposure: light shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
fall color
flowers in spring
flowers in winter
Soil type: wide range
USDA Zones: zone 4 -30 f, zone 5 to -20 f, zone 6 to -10 f, zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: -30 to +30 °F
Water: dry, moderate, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
