The eastern redbud tree is part of the pea or legume plant family, Fabaceae, which is why the blooms will appear similar to other flowers in this group, like sweet peas.

Eastern redbud trees grow wider than they are tall, so they need plenty of room to spread. Andrew does offer one other caution: “They do produce seed pods, if messes are a concern.” ...

Though we call it the eastern redbud, according to USDA it is native as far west as New Mexico. You may be among those who always think about planting one or two when you see them blooming.

Rockville thanks to Vernon’s urban forestry initiative, called Live Here – Love Trees, according to a release.

This week I want to talk about the beautiful Eastern Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis), which is blooming right now. As you drive across the Valley, you will see it along roadsides and on the edge ...

The eastern redbud has earned the nickname “Judas tree” because of its resemblance to the tree of that name (Cercis siliquastrum) which is found in Europe and parts of Asia and Africa.

The eastern redbud is a haven for pollinators and ideal for planting in yards. Commonly seen across the state, it’s a Michigan native deciduous tree with iconic spring flowers.

View full sizeAre you aware that Arbor Day in New York State is celebrated today, the last Friday in April? While I’m sure most people may have read or heard about it, in the course of our busy ...

Question: I am sending you some pictures of my Eastern redbud tree. It has some problems, and I want to know how to correct these. The redbud problem is pretty common with the Eastern type, our ...

In March 1937, the Oklahoma Legislature made the redbud a state emblem, and in 1971, it was officially designated the state tree. (Tennessee’s state tree is Liriodendron tulipifera, or tulip ...