Russian Mountain Ash vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Russian Mountain Ash vs Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Sorbus aucuparia Rossica

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Eastern Redbud
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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.

The Russian Mountain Ash is a stunning ornamental tree with the perfect pop of colour. It bears white flowers in the spring and gorgeous orange berries in the fall. Birds enjoy the berries that persist into the winter. It grows tall and can thrive in an urban setting making this an attractive ornamental tree for your landscaping project.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Russian Mountain Ash Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 5 m (18 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Berries: orange-red
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Flowers: showy white
Bark: shiny grey
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none




Other Names: judas tree
Other Names: russian rowan