September Ruby Apple vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

September Ruby Apple vs Eastern Redbud

Malus x September Ruby

Cercis canadensis

September Ruby Apple
Eastern Redbud

September Ruby is a very cold hardy tree developed for the Prairie Fruit Breeding Cooperative. It is a vigorous grower that is resistant to fire blight and is popular among orchards for its annual production. Its apples are very good for eating and cooking. This tree blooms in mid May for an attractive ornamental.

For fruit production, cross-pollination is required. Apples need to be planted with another Apple or Crab Apple variety.

Note: We do not ship grafted apples to BC due to regulatory restrictions from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

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.

September Ruby Apple Quick Facts

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

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Zone: 1b
Zone: 4a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: low
Suckering: high
Maintenance: medium


Flowers: range from white to pink
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Fruit: medium sized apples with red skin, green ribbing, and light green flesh
Seeds: pod-like
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: pf36
Other Names: judas tree