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A tree that has been grown in the field and then lifted out of the ground when dormant. Available from November to March. The roots are more open and the direct contact with the soil encourages them to settle in and establish more readily.
These are 2yr old trees that have been grown 1yr in the field and the second in a pot. Container trees can be planted at any time of the year but establish best when planted during the autumn and need to be watered well during the first summer.
Red Bud
Deep purple, almost black, glossy foliage. Bright lavender flowers in spring.
White streaked variegated leaves emerge copper pink and soft green. Dark pink, pea shaped flowers in April.
Rosy purple flowers in early spring, followed by heart-shaped pink, red and white leaves. Umbrella like habit.
A beautiful weeping form. Small lavender flowers in spring and golden autumn colour.
Glossy foliage emerges fiery red, turning burnt orange-yellow as they age. Small pink flowers in spring.
Deep reddish purple foliage, turning gold and purple in autumn. Small, pea-like pink-mauve flowers in May.
Weeping Redbud
Steeply pendulous small tree with glowing, golden yellow, heart-shaped leaves. Pink flowers in April/May.
Bright golden leaves with lavender flowers even on young plants. The first emerging leaves are red.
A particularly fine form with deep purple-red, glossy foliage. Strong bright pink flowers on mature plants.
A delightful double pink flowering form of canadensis with additional long pink flower stalks to add to its magic.
A graceful weeping form with rich purple foliage, similar to 'Forest Pansy'. Bright pink, pea like flowers in spring.
Unusual, attractive burnt orange-yellow leaf colours. Lavender pink, pea shaped flowers in the spring.