Judas Tree
Cercis Siliquastrum
£37.00 – £95.00
Clusters of pea-like, deep pink flowers are produced in glorious abundance in late April-May before the leaves emerge in spring.
| Botanical name | Cercis Siliquastrum |
|---|---|
| Approx height when sent | 1.5 – 1.75 metres 12L pot, 30 – 50cms 5L pot |
| Ultimate height and spread | 5 – 6 metres x 3 metres |
| When to plant | Anytime |
Description
Clusters of pea-like, deep pink flowers are produced in glorious abundance in late April-May before the leaves emerge in spring.
Heart-shaped bluish-green leaves that turn yellow in autumn.
Bean-like fruits follow the flowers in summer.
The Judas Tree gets it’s name because it is thought that Judas hung himself from a specimen of this tree.
Height and Spread: 5-6 metres x 3 metres
Julia Ayling –
How tall does this tree grow
pete –
Dear Mrs Ayling,
You should see an ultimate growth of about 5-6 metres.
Kind Regards
Pete
Patrick J Casey –
Will Cercis perform in clay (heavy) soil.
Richard Beamish –
Yes, they don’t mind clay but best lighten up the soil in the place you would be planting it.
Mrs Lennox –
Is this suitable in a container?
pete –
Yes ,the Judas Tree can be kept in a container not less than 60cm in diameter.
If it is planted in compost, then after a year it should be given plant food supplement, as the compost loses its nutrients
Hope this helps
Richard