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| Texas redbud Cercis canadensis var. texensis Leguminosae Texas redbud grows on thin, calcareous well-drained soils west of eastern redbud's native habitat. It is smaller and more drought tolerant than its eastern relative, with thick, leathery, much smaller leaves that have wavy margins. The waxy upper surface of the leaves helps retard transpiration. It is most commonly multi-trunked. Plant Habit or Use: small tree
Exposure: sun Flower Color: pink to magenta Blooming Period: spring Fruit Characteristics: small flattened pod and seeds Height: 15 to 20 ft. Width: 15 to 20 ft. Plant Character: deciduous Heat Tolerance: very high Water Requirements: Soil Requirements: adaptable Additional Comments:
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