Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Broadleaf 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
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Types
Cercis
Rhododendron aberconwayi, Rhododendron bulu, Rhododendron kanehirae
Habitat
Bluffs, stream banks, Wet forest, Woods
moist forests
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
5-8
Sunset Zone
1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
21,22
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Spreading
Flower Color
White, Purple, Pink, Light Pink
Red
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Brown, Chocolate
Green, Tan
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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Green
Leaf Shape
Heart-shaped
Ovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring
Late Spring
Tolerances
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
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Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
From Rhizomes, Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires regular watering, Water more in summer
Do Not over Water, Keep ground moist
In Summer
Lots of watering
Consistently
In Spring
Ample Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Ample Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
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 after flowering, Remove dead or diseased plant parts, Remove deadheads, Remove short twigs
Fertilizers
fertilize in growing season, Nitrogen, slow-release fertilizers
Apply 12-10-18 NPK, General garden fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Caterpillars, Red blotch, Scale
Azalea leaf gall, Bud blast, Galls, Honey fungus, Leaf Hoppers, Leaf spot, Petal blight, Phytophthora, Powdery mildew, Rust, Silver leaf
Plant Tolerance
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
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Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Coarse
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Allergy
Mild Allergen
Asthma
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Bonsai, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
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Making cosmetics
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Prevent Soil Erosion, Shadow Tree
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Astringent, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Fever, Leukemia
Burns, Chronic fatigue, Cold, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Headache, Rheumatism
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Buds, Flowers, Seeds
Whole plant
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, Employed in herbal medicine, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc., Sometimes used for making wine
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Shade Trees
Feature Plant, Hedges, Mixed Border, Screening, Wind Break, Topiary, Bonsai, Espalier
Botanical Name
CERCIS canadensis
RHODODENDRON
Common Name
Eastern Redbud
Rhododendron
In Hindi
Eastern Redbud
rhododendron
In German
OstRedbud
Rhododendron
In French
Redbud Orient
rhododendron
In Spanish
Eastern Redbud
rododendro
In Greek
Ανατολική κουτσουπιά
ροδοδάφνη
In Portuguese
Redbud oriental
rododendro
In Polish
Redbud wschodniej
rododendron
In Latin
Cercis
Rhododendron
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Cercis
Rhododendron
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Tribe
Cercideae
Rhodoreae
Subfamily
Caesalpiniaceae
Ericoideae
Season and Care of Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron
Season and care of Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron is important to know. While considering everything about Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron Care, growing season is an essential factor. Eastern Redbud season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Rhododendron season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Eastern Redbud is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Rhododendron is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Eastern Redbud is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Rhododendron is Acidic.
Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron Physical Information
Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron physical information is very important for comparison. Eastern Redbud height is 760.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Rhododendron height is 150.00 cm and width 150.00 cm. The color specification of Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron are as follows:
Eastern Redbud flower color: White, Purple, Pink and Light Pink
Eastern Redbud leaf color: Purple and Plum
Rhododendron flower color: Red
- Rhododendron leaf color: Green
Care of Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron
Care of Eastern Redbud and Rhododendron include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Eastern Redbud pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove hanging branches and Rhododendron pruning is done Prune after flowering, Remove dead or diseased plant parts, Remove deadheads and Remove short twigs. In summer Eastern Redbud needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Rhododendron needs Consistently and in winter, it needs Ample Water.