Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Traveller' ~ Traveller Weeping Redbud

Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Traveller' ~ Traveller Weeping RedbudTraveller Weeping Redbud is a unique and beautiful variation of the Eastern Redbud tree with a graceful, cascading growth habit with branches that spread broadly and sweep downward. The weeping form adds an elegant and eye catching element to landscapes. Traveller Weeping Redbud produce clusters of lavender purple flowers in early spring, before the leaves emerge. The flowers are followed by heart shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall. Traveller

Traveller Weeping Redbud is a unique and beautiful variation of the Eastern Redbud tree with a graceful, cascading growth habit with branches that spread broadly and sweep downward. The weeping form adds an elegant and eye-catching element to landscapes.

Traveller Weeping Redbud produce clusters of lavender purple flowers in early spring, before the leaves emerge. The flowers are followed by heart-shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall.  Traveller Weeping Redbud is more compact, reaching a height of around 5 feet, making it suitable for smaller gardens or as focal points in larger landscapes.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Canker can be a significant disease problem. Various diseases and pests and be prevented with regular watering and pruning of dead branches. Does not transplant well, plant when young and leave undisturbed.

LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or mass plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Screening, Shade Tree, and Street Tree. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Hydrangea, Witch Hazel

IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Cercis canadensis texensis Traveller 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0