Eastern Redbud

Bloom can be long lasting relative to other early spring blooming trees -- as long as a month. Duration is dependent on temperature. Flowers grow directly from the trunk.



Moderate-sized specimen tree.

Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.



Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray

At the extreme south end of its range, it may not bloom well. The wood is weak and is likely to break off during a high wind event unless grouped with other trees and shrubs.

Upland hardwood forests. Bluffs, hammocks, secondary woods.

• Showy flowers, Interesting foliage
• Larval host for Henry's elfin (Callophrys henrici) and io moth (Automeris io).
• Popular with bees including bumblebees.