Plant Care Judas Tree

Judas Tree

About Judas Tree

Mediterranean Redbud is drought tolerant and prefers drier climates. It has a rounded crown and grows 15 to 25 feet tall. The blooms are larger than most Redbuds and appear in spring before the foliage.

Taxonomy

Cercis siliquastrum
Cercis
Fabaceae
Fabales

Also known as

Judas tree

How to care for Judas Tree

💦 Water

How often to water your Judas Tree

Water needs for Judas Tree
0.5 cups
every 9

Judas Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Judas Tree

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Judas Tree in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Judas Tree: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Judas Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Judas Tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Judas Tree in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Judas Tree

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Judas Tree: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Judas Tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Judas Tree is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Judas Tree →

Benefits of Growing Judas Tree →

Common Judas Tree Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Judas Tree →


💦 Water Needs

Judas Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Judas Tree Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Judas Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Judas Tree Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Judas Tree is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Judas Tree Edible? →

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🪴 Soil

Judas Tree does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Judas Tree →

Best Pots for Judas Tree →

When and How to Successfully Repot Judas Tree →

What Are Healthy Judas Tree Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Judas Tree grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Judas Tree →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Judas Tree grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Judas Tree Lifecycle →

Judas Tree Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Judas Tree →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Judas Tree, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Judas Tree

Judas Tree

Judas Tree


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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