Cercis siliquastrum Bush

Origin: Asia Minor. Large deciduous shrub or small tree, typical to the Mediterranean region. Upright habit when the plant is young, later the branches spread out and it looks almost always round, often picturesque. Heart-shaped leaves, 8-10cm, glaucous green. Small lilac-pink flowers grouped on the previous years branches. Flowering begins in April on bare branches and ends with the appearance of the first leaves. Fruit follows the flowering, long pods which are green at first, brown when ripe and remain on the plant for many months. One of the best species for chalky dry soils. Also withstands extreme temperatures - hot, dry summers and cold winters.

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