Juliet Cherry vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Juliet Cherry vs Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Prunus x kerrasis Juliet

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Eastern Redbud
Juliet Cherry

The Eastern Redbud is known for the pea-like pink buds that emerge in clusters on the bark, embellishing the tree in stunning flowers. They have a longer bloom time, sometimes for two to three weeks before the heart-shaped leaves emerge for the summer. Inedible pods emerge that turn brown in the summer, this tree is a part of the bean family.

Native to the Eastern North America. The Eastern Redbud can tolerate acidic and alkaline soil. Plant this as a beautiful understory species or shaded residential yard or garden. The bright pop of color will make an attractive ornamental tree.

Juliet Cherry is a cold-hardy dwarf sour cherry. The deep burgundy fruit are known for being sweeter than other varieties, often considered one of the sweetest dwarf sour cherries. They are well suited to fresh eating, baking, and preserves. In the spring, beautiful white flowers cover the branches, adding ornamental value.

Juliet Cherry was developed at the University of Saskatchewan. It is recommended to grow dwarf sour cherries as a shrub rather than a small tree. The shrub form tends to bear fruit earlier and is less susceptible to winterkill.

Sour cherries are self-fertile; however, planting with additional varieties for cross-pollination can increase yields.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Juliet Cherry Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 2.0 m (7 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: orange
Berries: dark red cherries
Flavor: semi-sweet
Harvest: early to mid August
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Flowers: white
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: low




Other Names: judas tree
Other Names: juliette cherry