Ruby Falls Redbud Tree
The Ruby Falls Redbud Tree offers captivating, year-round interest for your landscape. Known for its unique weeping form and deep purple foliage, this compact tree is ideal for smaller gardens or containers, reaching only 6-8 feet tall. In spring, it bursts with clusters of rosy-pink flowers that attract pollinators. Following the bloom, vibrant purple leaves emerge, deepening to a rich burgundy. Its graceful, cascading branches provide architectural beauty even during winter months. This adaptable tree is relatively low-maintenance, making it a versatile and stunning focal point.
$329.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
1287
/ 1377
#1287 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
+207%
Above average
Botanical Name
Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'
/ Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'
Who it's for
- Striking Weeping Form
- Multi-Season Appeal
- Compact Size for Small Spaces
Who should skip it
- Slow Growth Rate
- Susceptible to Disease
- Foliage Color Fading
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'
Mature Height
8.0 ft.
Mature Width
6.0 ft.
Foliage Type
Deciduous
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Moderate
Bloom Season
Spring
Features
- Graceful weeping branch structure
- Vibrant purple to burgundy foliage
- Rosy-pink spring blooms
- Compact size for small spaces
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Suitable for container growing
What customers say
Customers highly value the Ruby Falls Redbud Tree for its striking aesthetic, particularly its weeping habit and deep purple spring foliage. A major positive theme is The Sill's exceptional packaging and shipping, ensuring the live plant arrives securely and vibrant, boosting perceived service quality. However, the primary critique centers on value. Many buyers feel the initial size received does not justify the premium price point, leading to disappointment regarding the cost to size ratio. While initial health and delivery execution earn high marks, the perceived value remains the most significant area for improvement for this beautiful cultivar.
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