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Cercis siliquastrum – Pink Judas Redbud

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Cercis siliquastrum (Pink Judas Redbud) is a small deciduous tree that is native to southern Europe and western Asia. It’s a stunning ornamental, producing hundreds of pink and crimson flowers during spring. The flowers are edible and are delicious in salads. They can begin to flower in their second season.

Suitable for Temperate, Sub Tropical and Tropical climates.

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Cercis siliquastrum (Pink Judas Redbud) is a small deciduous tree that is native to southern Europe and western Asia. It’s a stunning ornamental, producing hundreds of pink and crimson flowers during spring. The flowers are edible and are delicious in salads. They can begin to flower in their second season.

Other common names include Mediterranean Redbud, Judas Tree, or Love Tree. Its native to the Mediterranean region and the flower petals have been shared as a symbol of love. The term Judas comes from the bible and the belief that Judas Iscariot hung himself from a tree of this species.

Although Judas can tolerate cold conditions, its dense flower clusters are reduced in colder regions.

Growth

Cercis siliquastrum is a beautiful flowering tree that reach heights of up to 12 metres (39 feet). Judas blossoms uniquely appear before the leaves and grow in dense clusters.

Flowers can appear on trees that are one year old and grow off the trunk and branches. Each blossom has five free petals that combine with fused petals. The petals are edible and apparently have a sweet-acidic taste. The trees produce flat pods that hang vertically and contain between 20-50 seeds each.

Judas trees have an unusual relationship with bacteria in the soil. Together they produce nitrogen that is emitted into the atmosphere which can benefit the plants nearby.

Canker is a significant disease problem for Judas tees along with numerous pests. Keep the tree vigorous by watering and fertilizing, and by pruning out dead branches.

Note: Germination instructions can be found in the ‘Germination Instructions Tab’ below. Upon purchase you will receive these detailed instructions via email so that you have a permanent record.

 

FAMILY:

Fabaceae

CLIMATE:

Temperate – Tropical

TEMPERATURE RANGE:

-15 to 35°C / 5 to 95°F

SOIL TYPE:

Soil must be well-draining.

LOCATION:

Full Sun – Part Shade

HEIGHT:

Up to 12 metres (39 feet)

WIDTH:

Up to 10 metres (33 feet)

pH:

6.0-7.0

GROWTH TYPE:

Deciduous

WATER REQUIREMENTS:

Medium

POLLINATION:

Bees

MATURITY:

3-5 years

GERMINATION RATES:

55-70%

GERMINATION TIME:

Cold stratification for 2 months, post sowing germination from 1-3 weeks.

GERMINATION DIFFICULTY:

Medium

SEEDS PER GRAM:

Approximately 40

MEDICINAL QUALITIES:

Yes

WEED POTENTIAL:

No

 

FACTS ABOUT CERCIS SILIQUASTRUM (Pink Judas Redbud)

The common name of Judas tree is in reference to the claim that Judas Iscariot reportedly hung himself from a Cercis siliquastrum tree.

Judas trees produce a hard wood with an attractive grain and is used in veneers.

This species is also widely grown as a Bonsai plant.

Weight 0.5 kg
Dimensions 26 × 16 × .5 cm
Quantity

20 Seeds, 50 Seeds, Seedling

Germination Instructions

HOW TO GROW CERCIS SILIQUASTRUM (Pink Judas Redbud)

 

Step 1

Soak seeds for 24 hours in water that is has been boiled but has cooled enough to touch. Lightly nicking each seed with a knife prior to soaking has also been known to speed up germination later.

Place the seeds into a plastic zip-lock with roughly a tablespoon of moist sandy-like soil. It is important that the soil is moist but not wet – if you can squeeze water from the mixture, it is too wet. Write the date on the bag and place it into the fridge for 6-8 weeks.

Check weekly to make sure the soil is not drying out. It should be fine if the zip lock is sealed well but best to check because once this process has begun the seeds will not survive if they dry out.

Step 2

Once cold stratification is complete, sow each seed about 2-3 mm deep into seed trays or small pots of a well-draining garden soil and moisten.

Place the trays or pots in a well-lit position out of full sun. Be sure to keep soil moist (but not wet) as Judas will not tolerate drying out as seeds or seedlings and drought at this stage will kill them quickly.

Average seed germination begins around 1-3 weeks.

Step 3

Seedlings can be transplanted once they are around a 10 cm (4 inches) tall if necessary. Spring is the preferred time of year as it allows seedlings nine months to grow before the next winter. If sown separately in small pots, they can be left until they are slightly root bound and require transplantation.

Step 4

Plant into final position after last frosts have passed. Pink Judas prefers a full sun position, however if you are in a temperate climate that gets warm summers, afternoon shade may be necessary. Once established, this species will survive temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) but younger plants will appreciate mulching around the base.

Pink Judas Redbud can take between 3-5 years to reach maturity and require little maintenance.

 

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