Blue Moon Wisteria vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Blue Moon Wisteria vs Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Wisteria macrostachya Blue Moon

Eastern Redbud
Blue Moon Wisteria

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.

Blue Moon Wisteria is a striking, flowering vine, and the hardiest of the wisterias. Up to three times in one growing season you can expect showy, fragrant, lavender-blue flowers.

Make sure you plan your site as this vine requires a structure to support its mature weight. Try planting close to a post, trellis, or fence.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Blue Moon Wisteria Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 5 m (18 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: medium
Maintenance: medium


Toxicity: can be toxic to cats, dogs, and horses when consumed
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Flowers: blue/purple strings of flowers
Seeds: pod-like
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: judas tree