Texas White

Cercis canadensis var. texensis

As the name suggests Texas White is an example of the North American species Cercis canadensis, hailing from the southern end of its native range.

Texas White is unusual in that the blossom is white rather than the more common red / mauve / purple of most Cercis. The flowers are also noticeably larger than normal. The result is a stunning spring display, rivalling the best white-blossomed flowering cherry trees.

The large heart-shaped leaves follow the blossom, bright lime green to begin with, and turning yellow in the autumn.

Texas White grows with a pleasing upright spreading shape, and should reach 3m or so in UK conditions.

Texas White 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
Medium size (2.5m-3.5m after 10 years)

Next deliveries

Order now for delivery from week commencing 31st March.

History

Texas White was discovered growing as a chance seedling near Forth Worth, Texas, and introduced in the 1960s.

Texas White characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAttractive foliageAutumn foliage colourVariegated foliageSummer foliage colour
Growth habitSpreading / Flat-toppedMulti-stem
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
SunlightTolerates shadePrefers full sun
PruningPrune after flowering
Site conditionsOccasional droughtFree-draining site
Flower colourWhiteCream
Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
Flowering monthMay
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
Leaf/Flower sequenceFlowers appear first
Country of originUnited States
Annual cycleDeciduous

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

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