Life Span
Perennial
Annual
Type
Tree
Tender Perennial
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
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Types
Cercis
Zonal Geranium, Ivy Geranium, Regal Geranium, Scented Geranium
Habitat
Bluffs, stream banks, Wet forest, Woods
All sorts of environments
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
10-15
Sunset Zone
1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Clump-Forming
Flower Color
White, Purple, Pink, Light Pink
Hot Pink, Coral
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Brown, Chocolate
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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
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Light Green
Leaf Shape
Heart-shaped
Acicular
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring
Indeterminate
Tolerances
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Leaf Cutting, Root Division, Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires regular watering, Water more in summer
Do not water excessively
In Summer
Lots of watering
Moderate
In Spring
Ample Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves, Remove hanging branches
Prune regularly, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
fertilize in growing season, Nitrogen, slow-release fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, fertilize every 2-3 weeks while growing
Pests and Diseases
Caterpillars, Red blotch, Scale
Red blotch, Whiteflies
Plant Tolerance
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Heat And Humidity
Flower Petal Number
Single
Semi-Double
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Bonsai, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
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Moisturizing, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Prevent Soil Erosion, Shadow Tree
Air purification, Insect Repellent
Medicinal Uses
Astringent, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Fever, Leukemia
Fever, Intestinal irritations, Kidney problems, Respiratory Disorders, Wounds
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Buds, Flowers, Seeds
Flowers
Other Uses
Decoration Purposes, Showy Purposes, Used as firewood, Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties, Used for woodware
Cosmetics, Culinary use, Making Perfumes, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Showy Purposes, Used as a nutritious food item
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Shade Trees
Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Hanging Basket, Houseplant, Mixed Border
Botanical Name
CERCIS canadensis
PELARGONIUM 'Balgalpipn'
Common Name
Eastern Redbud
Hybrid Ivy-leaved Geranium, Zonal Geranium
In Hindi
Eastern Redbud
Pelargonium
In German
OstRedbud
Pelargonium
In French
Redbud Orient
Pelargonium
In Spanish
Eastern Redbud
Pelargonium
In Greek
Ανατολική κουτσουπιά
Pelargonium
In Portuguese
Redbud oriental
pelargônio
In Polish
Redbud wschodniej
Pelargonium
In Latin
Cercis
Pelargonium
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Geraniaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Caesalpiniaceae
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Season and Care of Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium
Season and care of Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium is important to know. While considering everything about Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium Care, growing season is an essential factor. Eastern Redbud season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Pelargonium season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Eastern Redbud is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Pelargonium is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Eastern Redbud is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Pelargonium is Neutral.
Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium Physical Information
Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium physical information is very important for comparison. Eastern Redbud height is 760.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Pelargonium height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm. The color specification of Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium are as follows:
Eastern Redbud flower color: White, Purple, Pink and Light Pink
Eastern Redbud leaf color: Purple and Plum
Pelargonium flower color: Hot Pink and Coral
- Pelargonium leaf color: Green
Care of Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium
Care of Eastern Redbud and Pelargonium include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Eastern Redbud pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove hanging branches and Pelargonium pruning is done Prune regularly, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Eastern Redbud needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pelargonium needs Moderate and in winter, it needs Average Water.