Latin Name: Cercis canadensis
Zone: 5
Mature Height: 25 feet
Spread: 30 feet
Shape: Multi-stem or low branching tree, somewhat flat-topped
Foliage: Medium green
Fall Color: Yellow
Flower: Reddish-purple in bud, rosy-pink when open
Description: The profuse flowers that bloom in April or May before the leaves develop make this a spring favorite. It is attractive as a tree for naturalized garden areas or as a graceful addition to a small yard.