Antonovka Apple vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Antonovka Apple vs Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Malus pumila var. Antonovka (Malus domestica)

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Eastern Redbud
Antonovka Apple

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.

Originally created in Russia, this apple tree is incredibly cold hardy and commonly used as a root stock for other apple breeds.

Cross pollination is required with another apple or crabapple tree in order for fruit to be produced. Generally, fruit production does not occur until the tree has reached 5-7 years of age.

Its fruit are yellow/green, low sugar, late fruiting and great for pies and cider.

Note: Unfortunately this difficult to grow species is not currently scheduled to grow at TreeTime.ca. Perhaps try purchasing seed from SeedTime.ca and growing your own? Or sign up for a restock notification above.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Antonovka Apple Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 5 m (15 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium


Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Flowers: white
Fruit: yellow-green apples with tart flavour
Seeds: pod-like
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: judas tree