Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
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Estelle L.
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Estelle L. • 89 FR
Cercis chinensis Avondale - Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis Avondale
Chinese Redbud, Judas Tree
Received very quickly, thank you. The packaging is perfect, the tree is very beautiful and it still has a few leaves despite the season. It will be planted in a pot, I can't wait to see it develop.
Claire, 05/12/2025
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Description
The Chinese Redbud Avondale, or Cercis chinensis Avondale, is a deciduous bush with an upright and compact habit, branching from the base. It offers intense flowering in April with clusters of small, bright-pink, pea-like flowers that cover each of its bare branches. Its deep-green, heart-shaped foliage is larger than other redbuds and turns golden-yellow in autumn. This low-maintenance bush is perfect for small gardens and can thrive in any well-drained soil, even dry, and is perfectly hardy.
The Cercis chinensis is a member of the Fabaceae or Leguminosae family and is native to China and Japan. The species was discovered in a botanical park in New Zealand as a spontaneous mutation called 'Avondale'. This small tree or bush has an upright habit and branches from the base, slowly growing to a height of 2 m (6 ft 7 in) and a width of 1.50 m (4 ft 11 in).
In April, the flowers of this bush appear on its branches before the leaves do. They are cherry pink or bright pink in colour and are abundant and pea-like in shape, giving the plant a vibrant look. The plant's fruits form flat pods which appear in summer and remain on the plant throughout winter, a treat for the birds. The bush's foliage is heart-shaped, rounded, thick and smooth and measures around 7 to 8 cm (3.1 in) in length. The leaves emerge as red, changing to a deep and vibrant green colour, then turning yellow in autumn. The plant's bark is dark in colour.
This relative of the Judas tree has a low-growth habit, which makes it perfect for growing in containers on a balcony or terrace. It is not very demanding and can grow in normal or even dry soil. It can be planted alone or in a group with other flowering bushes like lilacs, shrub roses, and small buddleias.
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Planting and care
The Cercis chinensis Avondale, like all Judas trees, should not be moved once it has matured. Therefore, it is essential to choose its location carefully, preferably in a sunny spot. It is not picky about soil type but prefers well-draining soil, especially with a limestone base. Pruning is not necessary, but you should remove dead, dry, or misshapen branches to maintain their beautiful silhouette after it has bloomed.
The best time to plant is from November to March, but if you have container-grown specimens, they can be planted anytime. When planting, make sure to create a watering basin. Young bushes need regular watering during their first three years, so keeping them hydrated is crucial. To protect young plants from winter weather, it's recommended to mulch around their base.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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