{"product_id":"western-redbud-tree","title":"Western Redbud Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Redbud\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCercis occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as California Redbud, is an iconic western native that kicks off the season with a sensational, leafless explosion of magenta-pink blossoms across the foothills and chaparral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Redbud is a breathtaking multi-stemmed shrub or small tree native to the sunny foothills, dry canyons, and chaparral slopes of the American West. Long before spring leaves emerge, its bare dark branches erupt in dense clusters of brilliant magenta-pink pea flowers. The dramatic floral display provides a vital early-season lifeline for emerging native bees and migrating hummingbirds, followed by lush heart-shaped foliage in summer and russet seed pods that linger into winter. Exceptionally water-wise and soil-adaptable, it brings striking year-round structure to xeric gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular Early Bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense clusters of vivid magenta-pink flowers burst from bare branches in late winter — a show-stopping display before a single leaf appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Native Icon:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most beloved native plants of the California foothills and chaparral, adapted to dry, rocky slopes where few ornamentals can thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeafcutter Bee \u0026amp; Caterpillar Host\u003c\/strong\u003e: Its delicate, heart-shaped leaves are prized by native Leafcutter Bees (who snip neat circles to construct nests) and host caterpillar species like Henry's Elfin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbird and Bee Magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolific early-spring flowers provide critical early-season nectar for Anna's hummingbirds and native bees when little else is blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart-Shaped Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive, rounded to heart-shaped leaves emerge fresh green in spring and turn clear yellow in autumn for multi-season interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersistent Russet Pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat, purplish-brown seed pods develop in late summer and linger through winter, offering visual interest and nutrient-dense food for songbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Adapted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established in well-drained soil, requires little to no supplemental irrigation — a true water-wise western native.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator-Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown non-GMO and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003eneonicotinoid-free\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure a healthy ecosystem for your local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree ships in a one gallon container with established root mass. In the fall, branches will be 12” to 18” tall with leaves. Spring shipments will be dormant with only branches and no leaves and a healthy one gallon root mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Western Redbud?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Redbud is a foundational habitat anchor for western native landscapes. \u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eIts early blooms energize \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eAnna’s Hummingbirds, sweat bees, and solitary native bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003e, while its foliage supports native caterpillars and provides material for industrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eLeafcutter Bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e In autumn, its round leaves turn a lovely clear yellow, while its persistent bean-like seed pods provide crucial winter protein for \u003cb\u003egrosbeaks, towhees, and quail\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained rocky, loamy, or sandy soils. \u003cspan class=\"citation-38\"\u003eHighly tolerant of lean soils and lean clay \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-38\"\u003eif drainage is adequate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-38 citation-end-38\"\u003e—requires good drainage and cannot abide standing water.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during its first growing season to establish a deep, drought-proof root system. \u003cspan class=\"citation-37\"\u003eOnce established, it requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-37\"\u003elittle to no supplemental summer water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-37 citation-end-37\"\u003e and thrives on natural rainfall alone.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow-maintenance. \u003cspan class=\"citation-36 citation-end-36\"\u003ePrune lightly in late winter before new growth starts to shape into a multi-trunk tree or remove damaged branches.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide and other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/a\u003e in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the beauty and ecological benefits of Western Redbud to your garden — a native shrub that rewards you with dense clusters of vivid magenta-pink, pea-like flowers blooming directly on bare branches from February through April while supporting pollinators and local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":54559016616302,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-WSTREDBUD-1GAL-1","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":54559016649070,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-WSTREDBUD-1GAL-2","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":54559016681838,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-WSTREDBUD-1GAL-4","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/western-redbud-tree-2340050.png?v=1786647434","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/western-redbud-tree","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}