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Fruit tree comparison - Avondale
Cercis
Avondale

A compact Chinese Redbud, featuring an intense display of purple blossom, followed by large green leaves. Ideal for small spaces.
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Growing


Cercis
Avondale
Gardening skillBeginner
AwardsRHS AGM (current)
Attractive featuresAttractive flowers
Attractive foliage
Autumn foliage colour
Variegated foliage
Summer foliage colour
Growth habitSpreading / Flat-topped
Height after 10 years1.5m-2.5m / 5ft-8ft
SunlightPrefers full sun
Tolerates shade
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateSlow
Site conditionsFree-draining site
Occasional drought
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Identification


Cercis
Avondale
Flower colourPurple
Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
Flowering monthApril
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
Leaf/Flower sequenceFlowers appear first
Annual cycleDeciduous
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