Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’

Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’ is distinguished by its distinct weeping habit, featuring a compact form with an abundance of pink, pea-like flowers that bloom profusely in the spring. Its foliage begins as a vibrant red in the spring before turning to a rich burgundy color and eventually maturing to green by late summer. In the fall, the leaves of Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’ turn shades of red and orange. The bark of Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’ is dark red-brown with a scaly surface, and it forms deep fissures that reveal a cinnamon-orange interior. The young stems begin as brown and gradually transform into an almost black color, creating visual appeal during the winter season. Cercis canadensis is deciduous and native to eastern North America. Learn more about Cercis canadensis. Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’ is a hybrid between Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’ and Cercis canadensis ‘Covey’ and was selected in 2006 by Dr. Dennis Werner, Cercis canadensis ‘Ruby Falls’ breeder in the Department of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University, North Carolina, United States.