Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Needled or Scaled Evergreen
Origin
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Southwestern United States, Canada
Southern Europe, Central Asia, Western Asia
Types
Cercis
Ryukyu Juniper,Gamboa Juniper
Habitat
Bluffs, stream banks, Wet forest, Woods
Riverbanks, Sandy areas
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
4-7
Sunset Zone
1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Spreading
Flower Color
White, Purple, Pink, Light Pink
Blue, Purple
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Brown, Chocolate
Blue Violet, Purple
Leaf Color in Spring
Purple, Plum
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow, Yellow green
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Green
Leaf Shape
Heart-shaped
Needle like
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring
Fall
Tolerances
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires regular watering, Water more in summer
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, Needs less watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Moderate
In Spring
Ample Water
Alternate Days
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves, Remove hanging branches
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
fertilize in growing season, Nitrogen, slow-release fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Caterpillars, Red blotch, Scale
Red blotch, Rust
Plant Tolerance
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Drought
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Birds
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Allergy
Mild Allergen
Asthma, Mouth itching, Red eyes, wheezing
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Bonsai, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Beautification, Ground Cover
Beauty Benefits
-
Acne, Perfumes
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Prevent Soil Erosion, Shadow Tree
Forms dense stands, Nesting sites for birds, Wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Astringent, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Fever, Leukemia
Antioxidants, Diuretic, Gout, Laxative
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Buds, Flowers, Seeds
Fruits
Other Uses
Decoration Purposes, Showy Purposes, Used as firewood, Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties, Used for woodware
Application in Furniture, Making Perfumes, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc.
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
Sometimes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Shade Trees
Foundation, Groundcover, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Wall
Botanical Name
CERCIS canadensis
JUNIPERUS sabina 'Arcadia'
Common Name
Eastern Redbud
Greek Juniper
In Hindi
Eastern Redbud
Aaraar
In German
OstRedbud
Wacholder
In French
Redbud Orient
Genévrier
In Spanish
Eastern Redbud
Juniperus
In Greek
Ανατολική κουτσουπιά
Greek Juniper
In Portuguese
Redbud oriental
Jałowiec
In Polish
Redbud wschodniej
Juniperus
In Latin
Cercis
Juniperus
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Coniferophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Pinopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Cupressaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
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Subfamily
Caesalpiniaceae
Cupressoideae
Season and Care of Eastern Redbud and Juniper
Season and care of Eastern Redbud and Juniper is important to know. While considering everything about Eastern Redbud and Juniper Care, growing season is an essential factor. Eastern Redbud season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Juniper season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Eastern Redbud is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Juniper is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Eastern Redbud is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Juniper is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Eastern Redbud and Juniper Physical Information
Eastern Redbud and Juniper physical information is very important for comparison. Eastern Redbud height is 760.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Juniper height is 30.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Eastern Redbud and Juniper are as follows:
Eastern Redbud flower color: White, Purple, Pink and Light Pink
Eastern Redbud leaf color: Purple and Plum
Juniper flower color: Blue and Purple
- Juniper leaf color: Green
Care of Eastern Redbud and Juniper
Care of Eastern Redbud and Juniper include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Eastern Redbud pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove hanging branches and Juniper pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead branches. In summer Eastern Redbud needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Juniper needs Moderate and in winter, it needs Average Water.