An often ornamental tree with a short trunk, rounded crown, and pink flowers in the spring. The leaves are alternate, simple, and heart shaped. The Eastern Redbud is very showy in early spring, when the leafless twigs are covered with masses of reddish-pink flowers. The flowers can be eaten as a salad, or fried. Height: 20-30’ Spread:18-20’
Forest, Urban
Native to eastern North America from southern Michigan south to central Mexico, west to New Mexico
Spring, Summer, Fall
Abundant
Diurnal
The flowers are pollinated by long-tongued bees such as Blueberry bees and Carpenter bees. The leaves are eaten by the caterpillars of various Lepidoptera species and are also a favorite of Leaf-Cutter bees which cut small portions of the leaves to use for nesting.
Least Concern
