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Latin Name: Cercis siliquastrum
Forestart Reference: CESIL1

A medium sized tree or large shrub which becomes wreathed in lilac flowers in late spring even on the main trunk. These develop into purple tinted seed pods in autumn.

Common name: Judas Tree.
Native: Eastern Mediterranean.
Provenance: Hungary
Size and spread (10 years): 3m x 3m
Treatment required: Leguminous seed may require scarification or soaking in water.
Germinal seeds / kg: 30000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Requires a well drained soil.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 10m x 9m

Availability: Currently out of stock