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Close up of Audubon Eastern Redbud flowers, lots of clusters of small pink flowers on a dark gray branch, centered around pictures of birds
Close up of the native Eastern Redbud purple-pink flowers blooming directly on the branching
Native Eastern Redbud tree in the landscape covered in lavender pink blooms
Close up of the dark green foliage of the native Eastern Redbud, the newer foliage has an orange tint to it
A singular dark green leaf of the native Eastern Redbud
Native Eastern Redbud  tree with green leaves on white
A map highlighting the locations where the Eastern Redbud can be found natively growing
Northern Cardinal perched on a tree branch
Ruby Throated Hummingbird perched on a bird feeder
Ruby Throated Hummingbird flying in the air
Baltimore Oriole perched on a tree branch
Close up of Audubon Eastern Redbud flowers, lots of clusters of small pink flowers on a dark gray branch, centered around pictures of birds
Close up of the native Eastern Redbud purple-pink flowers blooming directly on the branching
Native Eastern Redbud tree in the landscape covered in lavender pink blooms
Close up of the dark green foliage of the native Eastern Redbud, the newer foliage has an orange tint to it
A singular dark green leaf of the native Eastern Redbud
Native Eastern Redbud  tree with green leaves on white
A map highlighting the locations where the Eastern Redbud can be found natively growing
Northern Cardinal perched on a tree branch
Ruby Throated Hummingbird perched on a bird feeder
Ruby Throated Hummingbird flying in the air
Baltimore Oriole perched on a tree branch

OUR FAVORITE NATIVE FLOWERING TREE WITH ITS EARLY SPRING LAVENDER PINK FLOWERS

FEATURES:

May Benefit & Attract: thrushes, waxwings, wood warblers, finches, mockingbirds & thrashers, chickadees & titmice, orioles, cardinals & grosbeaks, crows & jays, sparrows, nuthatches, vireos, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and wrens

  • Bright pink-purple flowers bloom in April before leaves appear
  • Heart shaped green leaves turn a bright yellow in the fall
  • Important early season flower source for pollinators
  • This native tree is very versatile and will make an excellent focal point, patio tree or window tree - it is also one of our favorite trees to use when planting a grove of trees 
  • This bird-friendly native plant provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
  • All Audubon® branded trees and plants are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these trees safer for the birds and safer for the environment
  • The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow
  • Hand selected fresh from our grower
  • Ships in a plant-safe designed box
  • Due to federal and state agricultural compliance, we are unable to ship to: AL, AR, MS

Growth Facts

  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Mature Height: 20-30' tall
  • Mature Width: 20-30' wide
  • Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
  • Spacing: 20-30' apart

Audubon® Native Eastern Redbud Treeling

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OUR FAVORITE NATIVE FLOWERING TREE WITH ITS EARLY SPRING LAVENDER PINK FLOWERS

FEATURES:

May Benefit & Attract: thrushes, waxwings, wood warblers, finches, mockingbirds & thrashers, chickadees & titmice, orioles, cardinals & grosbeaks, crows & jays, sparrows, nuthatches, vireos, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and wrens

  • Bright pink-purple flowers bloom in April before leaves appear
  • Heart shaped green leaves turn a bright yellow in the fall
  • Important early season flower source for pollinators
  • This native tree is very versatile and will make an excellent focal point, patio tree or window tree - it is also one of our favorite trees to use when planting a grove of trees 
  • This bird-friendly native plant provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
  • All Audubon® branded trees and plants are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these trees safer for the birds and safer for the environment
  • The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow
  • Hand selected fresh from our grower
  • Ships in a plant-safe designed box
  • Due to federal and state agricultural compliance, we are unable to ship to: AL, AR, MS

Growth Facts

  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Mature Height: 20-30' tall
  • Mature Width: 20-30' wide
  • Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
  • Spacing: 20-30' apart

Why plant Audubon® Native Eastern Redbud Treeling?

When the Redbuds are in bloom, that’s your cue to keep an eye out for the first Ruby-throated Hummingbirds returning north. Their first sip of nectar in your garden could be from your own Eastern Redbud tree. This beloved native understory tree is a fine one to include in your backyard bird space. Besides early hummingbirds, it also feeds songbirds, which eat the seeds as well as the insects they find feeding on the leaves and flowers. Eastern Redbud is a great tree to hang a bird feeder in, too. The backdrop of rosy-purple flowers will give you some fantastic photo ops!

The Eastern Redbud became the state tree of Oklahoma amid much controversy. Just before signing it into law the governor received a telegram from the president of the national woman’s club asking him to reconsider. In her letter she informed him that the Eastern Redbud was the same tree mentioned in the bible that Judas Iscariot hanged himself on after betraying Jesus. Legend has it that this is why the branches are weak, so no one could ever hang themselves on it again. This led to national news reports which stalled the process until an Israeli native living in Oklahoma stepped forward. He claimed that the Mediterranean species, known as the “Judas Tree”, had no connection to the Eastern variety. The tree was accepted as the states tree in 1937.

How to use Audubon® Native Eastern Redbud Treeling in the landscape?

This delightful native tree is sure to bring a smile to your face! Bright purplish-pink pea-like flowers cover branches in April before leaves appear. The heart-shaped leaves on Eastern Redbuds are deep green through summer, turning yellow in fall. A perfect addition to a woodland setting, a nice component for your very own naturalizing project or just a beautiful tree for your beautiful garden - no matter where you use it, you're gonna love it!

Audubon® Native Plants & Trees

Audubon is devoted to protecting birds and the places they need, while Bower & Branch is devoted to the growth of true native trees and plants–no cultivars or hybrids. Together, we strive to unite communities in conservation and inspire individuals to cultivate a better world for birds starting in their own backyards, balconies, or patios. By guiding and recommending trees and plants truly native and beneficial to your region, we can really start to make a difference.

What is the definition of Native?

“In the United States, a native plant is defined as one that was naturally found in a particular area before European colonization. Native plants are the foundation of a region’s biodiversity, providing essential food sources and shelter for birds, especially those threatened by the changing climate. Since native plants are adapted to local precipitation and soil conditions, they generally require less upkeep, therefore helping the environment and saving you time, water, and money.” – The National Audubon Society

Learn how you can help birds in your home and community through Audubon’s Plants for Birds program.

Audubon® is a licensed and registered trademark of the National Audubon Society. All rights reserved.

Planting Zones

Hardiness Zone: 4-9

How To Plant Audubon® Native Eastern Redbud Treeling

Eastern Redbuds are beautiful woodland-like trees and they are incredibly easy to grow. This is the only tree that flowers on their bark. This means that the vibrant pinkish-purple blooms will appear on their trunk as well as on their branches. They bloom in April and their floral display is like no other flowering tree! In some instances of extreme winters they will get tip dieback. Do not get discouraged! Just be patient -- the tree will bloom and leaves will appear in May. Eastern Redbuds will do well in slightly shaded areas. Eastern Redbuds have no major insect or disease problems -- and that's always a plus!

How To Water

Water twice weekly for the first 3-5 weeks; then water weekly for the remainder of the year until winter. When you water, water slowly and thoroughly. Watering needs may be altered due to extreme weather conditions.

How To Fertilize

Incorporate Elements Starter Plant Food granular form into the soil when planting. If planting in spring or summer, start fertilizing late fall using Elements Starter Plant Food granular form on an annual basis each fall. Continue this for the first three years to get your plant well established.

How To Prune

Redbuds occasionally sprout "suckers" around the base of the tree, as they appear be sure to prune them off. But when it comes to pruning the branches of your Redbud -- don't be afraid! They are so easy to prune -- prune to whatever shape you like. If you don't want to touch it -- that's fine. If you want to cut everything off except two branches that look like rabbit ears, that's fine too (although you might get some weird looks from the neighbors -- and your family).

How Does Shipping Work?

Size Small, Medium, and Large plants (our Treelings, Shrubs, Bushes, and Perennials) will be shipped directly to your home by a common carrier. Ships in a plant-safe designed box within 7-12 business days.

How Does Sizing Work?

The size of our trees have nothing to do with the container size like you may find elsewhere–big doesn't mean just height - it’s also vigor, age, and overall health.. Other online retailers are going to tell you that a plant is a seven gallon, that means nothing to your tree or plant (or you.)

Our trees for sale online are graded on large, x-large, and even bigger sizes. This is because our trees are sized by their age—the higher the letter, the more mature the tree. The age determines the trees’ overall height, size of the trunk and the overall branch density.

All of these characteristics are what you should be looking for when choosing a tree for immediate impact and instant curb appeal. Our extra-large tree and plant sizes are sure to wow you and your neighbors!

See the size guides below.

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