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Cercis canadensis Zig Zag®

Zig Zag is the perfect name for this tree.

There’s no better way to welcome spring than stumbling upon a stand of flowering Redbud during a crisp morning walk. I love seeing these trees in bloom! Magenta buds open to clusters of lavender-pink flowers that appear to be popping out of the bark as they wrap around bare branches before heart-shaped leaves appear.

There have been several new introductions made in the past few years, but nothing quite as distinguishable as Zig Zag™. Every branch from trunk to tip has a distinct zig-zag pattern that sets this variety apart from all others.

A favorite understory tree, growing under the canopy of hardwoods and pines, eastern Redbud has an extensive native range stretching as far north as Ontario and west to Oklahoma, all along the eastern seaboard, and south to Texas. A relatively small tree, ideal for residential spaces, Zig Zag will make an outstanding specimen where its unique, architectural look can be showcased. And, as an extra bonus, it will serve as an excellent source for early pollen and nectar for bees!

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Zig Zag redbud
  • Botanical Name:
    Cercis canadensis ‘SEIRB’ PP32895
  • Type:
    Tree
  • U.S. Native:
    YES

Cultural Details

TYPE

Tree

U.S. NATIVE

YES
  • Light:
    Full morning sun to part shade – prefers afternoon shade in the south
  • Soil:
    Average garden soil
  • Moisture:
    Moist, well-drained
  • Hardiness Zone
    4-8
  • Bloom Time:
    Spring
  • Bloom Color:
    Pink
  • Size:
    20' tall by 25-28' wide
  • Diseases & Pests:
    None known

What Makes Me Special?

The branches have an amazing zig zag pattern, which give it so much graphic interest year -round. Deep fuchsia flowers in early spring are an added bonus.

Landscape Use

Specimen, or in groupings in naturalized plantings

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Zig Zag redbud
  • Botanical Name:
    Cercis canadensis ‘SEIRB’ PP32895
  • Type:
    Tree
  • U.S. Native:
    YES

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