Vanilla Twist®

Cercis canadensis

Vanilla Twist is a pleasing small Cercis with spreading weeping branches, covered in spring with masses of small white flowers.

The blossom is followed by pale lime green leaves for the summer and autumn.

Vanilla Twist cercis (redbud) trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £97.00
Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Large size (3m-5m after 10 years)

Pre-order now for delivery in September 2025

History

Vanilla Twist is a cross between the weeping Cercis variety Lavender Twist (Covey) and the white-flowered variety Royal White. It was introduced by Brotzman Nursery in Ohio, which also commercialised Lavender Twist.

Vanilla Twist characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAttractive foliageAutumn foliage colourVariegated foliageSummer foliage colour
Growth habitWeeping
Height after 10 years1.5m-2.5m / 5ft-8ft
SunlightTolerates shadePrefers full sun
PruningPrune after flowering
Site conditionsOccasional droughtFree-draining site
Flower colourWhiteMauve
Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
Flowering monthMay
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnGreen
Leaf/Flower sequenceFlowers appear first
Annual cycleDeciduous

Similar varieties

This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 24-Jun-2022.

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