Cherry Prinsepia vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Cherry Prinsepia vs Eastern Redbud

Prinsepia sinensis

Cercis canadensis

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Cherry Prinsepia
Eastern Redbud

Cherry Prinsepia is an attractive, cold hardy shrub with thorny stems and a rounded shape.

Primarily used for its shrub and hedge characteristics, Cherry Prinsepia is also grown for its ornamental fruit. Tart in flavor, the red berries are edible and enjoyed by birds and humans alike.

If deer are an issue on your property, try planting Cherry Prinsepia in a tight row to create a dense hedge to deter them.

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.

Cherry Prinsepia Quick Facts

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Zone: 3b
Zone: 4a
Height: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: high


Flowers: yellow-white
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Fruit: showy, red cherries
Seeds: pod-like
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: judas tree