Wild Snowberry vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Wild Snowberry vs Eastern Redbud

Symphoricarpos spp.

Cercis canadensis

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Eastern Redbud

Wild Snowberry is a mix of Common Snowberry and Western Snowberry. Each shrub's size, flower, and berry colour may vary.

This plant is abundant across the prairies. It can be planted alone or as a hedge in small yards. This shrub's ornamental berries persist into winter. Wild Snowberry can be a natural habitat and food source for various animals.

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.

Wild Snowberry Quick Facts

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Berries: showy white berries persist into winter
Flowers: white and occasionally pinkish
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Suckering: medium
Suckering: high




Other Names: coralberry, ghostberry, waxberry, wolfberry
Other Names: judas tree