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How to Grow and Care for Chinese redbud

Chinese redbud, also known as Eastern redbud, Yunnan redbud, Szechuan redbud

Chinese redbud thrives best in well-draining soil, positioned under full sun to partial shade, ensuring its striking blooms are showcased. Watering should be consistent, but caution is required to prevent waterlogged conditions. Soil moisture is key, but overwatering can lead to root rot, so allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings is vital for chinese redbud's health. Pruning is minimal, making it suitable for gardeners seeking low-maintenance but visually impressive plants.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Chinese redbud

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	6-9

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Varieties of Chinese redbud

Chinese redbud 'Don Egolf'

Chinese redbud 'Don Egolf' is named after a plant breeder from the US National Arboretum and is grown from the Chinese redbud tree. It features a profuse display of mauve-colored flowers over the full extent of the tree. It is shorter than its parent tree, has only a single trunk, and is sterile, meaning it does not grow seed pods.

Chinese redbud 'Avondale'

Chinese redbud 'Avondale' is a popular garden plant with stunning lavender-pink flowers and an attractive, tiered form. Its edible flowers can be used in salads or as a garnish. This ornamental plant attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and grows well in full sun to part shade.

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Chinese redbud is characterized by its multi-stemmed shrub formation and distinctive heart-shaped leaves that are known for their 5-palmate vein pattern, exhibiting entire margins with a reticulate texture. Upon close inspection, one can observe the plant's pea-like flowers, which appear in abundant clusters along the twigs and older wood, signifying an older plant's capacity to continuously bloom. Post-flowering, the species produces flat 'bean' like pods, akin to those of leguminous plants, that serve as a key identification feature.