eastern redbud

Water your Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Pink Trim' NORTHERN HERALD) twice a week, in the early morning. When the soil feels dry about an inch below the surface, provide the plant with 1 to 2 inches of water, making sure it is saturating the entire root system. In times of drought you might need to water more often or for longer periods of time. Once established, the plant can tolerate periods of drought, but regular deep watering will keep the plant healthy.

Eastern Redbud plants (Cercis canadensis "Pink Trim" Northern Herald) can thrive in both full sun and partial shade, but you should provide the plants with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the hottest part of the day (generally late morning through mid-afternoon) the plants should have some light shade to provide protection from the harsh sun and allow them to properly photosynthesize. Sunny afternoons can be beneficial for Eastern Redbud plants, as the bright light during those times of day can help with flower production and color.

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Pink Trim' NORTHERN HERALD) should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be minimal and should focus on removing any dead, diseased, or damaged limbs, as well as any limbs that are growing at too acute an angle. Make sure to prune away any suckers that appear at the base of the stem or trunk. This should be done to promote a more natural shape and to keep the size of the plant in check. As the plant matures, thinning of the canopy to promote good air circulation and light penetration should also be done, as well as selective removal of any upright branches to let the horizontal branching pattern shine through more.