Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud

Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'

The Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud features cascading branches that create an elegant and graceful appearance. Its heart-shaped leaves emerge as a rich, glossy purple color in spring, gradually transitioning to a dark green shade as summer approaches. In addition to its attractive foliage, it also produces small, pinkish-purple flowers in early spring, adding to its overall beauty.

This cultivar is a relatively small tree, reaching a height of around 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) with a similar spread. It is a great choice for smaller gardens, patios, or as a focal point in a landscape design.

To care for the Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud, provide it with well-drained soil and a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Regular watering, especially during dry periods, is important for its overall health. Pruning is generally not necessary, but you can remove any dead or crossing branches to maintain its shape.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Canker can be a significant disease problem. Various diseases and pests and be prevented with regular watering and pruning of dead branches. Does not transplant well, plant when young and leave undisturbed.

LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or mass plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Screening, Shade Tree, and Street Tree. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Hydrangea, Witch Hazel

IMAGE: Photo by HGIC at Clemson, Redbud

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.