Water
Water deeply but infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as California Redbud
Cercis occidentalis, the Western Redbud, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to California and Oregon, noted for its vibrant pink to purple flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal for flowering.
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
50% intensity
Drought-tolerant once established.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
60% intensity
Ideal range is 15-25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in early spring if needed.
20% intensity
Does not require heavy feeding.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply but infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune to shape the plant and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Best done after flowering to avoid removing flower buds. Avoid heavy pruning.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in fall or spring, or from cuttings taken in summer. Stratification may improve germination rates for seeds.
If grown in a container, repot every 2-3 years in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Cercis |
| Species | Cercis occidentalis |
Similar in genus Cercis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data