Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma'
Texas eastern redbud 'Oklahoma' ( syn. Cercis reniformis 'Oklahoma' )
A spectacular flowering tree known for its prolific dark wine-red blooms up to 2.5cm long (1in) that flower on bare stems before the large, lustrous heart-shaped leaves emerge with a pinkish tinge. The foliage of this deciduous, spreading redbud cultivar matures to bright green in summer before turning brilliant yellow and occasionally orange or red in autumn.
Hardy and adaptable, Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma' develops into a fabulous 3-season, multi-stemmed tree for small gardens.
Hardy and adaptable, Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma' develops into a fabulous 3-season, multi-stemmed tree for small gardens.
How to care for Cercis canadensis var. texensis Oklahoma:
When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
4m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
12 litre pot | 1.6m tall
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