Western Redbud Tree: How to Grow & Care
The western redbud tree or California redbud is a shrub-type tree found in California, Utah, and Arizona. It grows more frequently on dry slopes in mountain foothills in the northern, rainier half of its range. It grows more commonly along higher elevation streams, canyon bottoms, and other moister regions in its habitat’s southern and drier parts. It can grow up to 10-20 feet tall and 10-15 feet wide.
The redbud tree has a familiar smell that is pleasant to the nose. It blooms in spring and winter. The thin, shining brown branches are adorned with glittering heart-shaped leaves that begin pale green and intensify in color as the season advances. The blooming flowers are usually pink, yellow, or red.
Western Redbud: How to Care
Western redbud seedlings and cuttings are required for planting the tree. However, due to the hardness of its shell, the seeds are unlikely to germinate. Soak the seeds in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then keep them warm for 24 hours. Following that, you should plant them in April. These trees are most likely to blossom near irrigated regions, seasonal streams, springs, and wet spots.
The redbud blooms in spring. It sheds its leaves in winter. It is best to cultivate in full sun or partial shade in temperatures, not below -10 degrees. This is a drought-resistant plant; therefore, air pollution has no effect on the western redbud. Despite its drought resistance, if planted in well-drained soil, the redbud tree may require a bit of extra water in the summer. It prefers calcareous loamy dry and fresh soil. It is not hard to grow a western redbud tree since it doesn’t require heavy maintenance. It only needs winter trimming to thrive. To avoid the possibility of fungus, the most essential thing to remember while pruning is to prevent leaving exposed wounds.
