Cercis siliquastrum 10 PCS fresh seeds, Judas tree, Judas-tree, Pink flower, Cercis seeds, Gainier silicastre, Deciduous tree,Organic seeds

🌱 Cercis siliquastrum — Judas tree, Judas-tree, Pink flower, Cercis seeds, Gainier silicastre

Cercis siliquastrum is a product of Deodar Seeds, offering 10 PCS fresh seeds of this beautiful deciduous tree. Native to the Mediterranean region, it belongs to the Fabaceae family, known for its drought-resistant and light-loving nature. This ornamental plant is a slow grower, reaching a height of 1-1.5 m in 4-5 years.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Cercis siliquastrum is a shrub or tree 7-15 m high, with a spherical or tent-shaped crown, often with a curved trunk covered with almost black, deeply fractured bark. The leaves are rounded, obtuse, with a deeply heart-shaped base, 7-13 cm in diameter, on petioles up to 4 cm long, dull green above, glaucous below. Flowers in bundles of 3-6, in leaf axils on old branches and even on the trunk, are pink, with a bright pink corolla, and purple-pink petals. The flowers are odorless, but they give a good bribe to bees, especially spectacular during flowering, when its entire crown is covered with purple-pink flowers.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in late fall or early spring. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-3 weeks.
• Soil type: moderately fertile sandy loam soils, light loam, sand.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist during the first year, and fertilize lightly in the spring.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 (-23°C to -18°C).

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Cercis siliquastrum is native to the Mediterranean region, typically found in dry, rocky areas, and can thrive in a wide range of climates, from subtropical to temperate zones.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Cercis siliquastrum has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and its flowers are a popular ingredient in jams and preserves. This tree is also a popular ornamental plant, known for its stunning pink flowers and unique, curved trunk.

🪴 Deciduous Tree

Cercis siliquastrum is a deciduous tree, losing its leaves in the fall, and is a great choice for gardeners looking to add some variety to their landscape.