Cercis siliquastrum - 30-40 CM C5

Description
Brown legumes emerge from these from September. They exude a light fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornaments * fragrant flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * not overbuildable

Leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Funnel-shaped.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Pruning
No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The pink-coloured, butterfly-shaped flowers appear from April to May. They are lightly scented.

fruit
The brown fruits of Cercis siliquastrum are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, ornamental shrub, rock garden