Plant Care Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud

Also known as

Mexican Redbud, Mexican Redbud, Texas redbud, Eastern redbud, Black Pearl Redbud JN16, American Redbud and cersis canadensis

Taxonomy

Cercis canadensis
Cercis
Fabaceae
Fabales

How to care for Eastern Redbud

💦 Water

How often to water your Eastern Redbud

Water needs for Eastern Redbud
0.5 cups
every 9

Eastern Redbud 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 Eastern Redbud

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Mexican Redbud in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Eastern Redbud: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Eastern Redbud love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Eastern Redbud does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Eastern Redbud

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Eastern Redbud: 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 Eastern Redbud after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

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

Benefits of Growing Mexican Redbud →

Common Mexican Redbud Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Eastern Redbud 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.

Mexican Redbud Water Frequency →

Mexican Redbud Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Eastern Redbud 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 🏡.

Mexican Redbud Light Requirements →

Mexican Redbud Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Mexican Redbud Toxicity to Cats →

Mexican Redbud Toxicity to Dogs →

Mexican Redbud Toxicity to Humans →


🪴 Soil

Eastern Redbud 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 Mexican Redbud →

When and How to Successfully Repot Mexican Redbud →


💩 Fertilizer

Eastern Redbud 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 Mexican Redbud →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Eastern Redbud will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Mexican Redbud →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Eastern Redbud can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Mexican Redbud Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Eastern Redbud can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Mexican Redbud →


🧐 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 Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud


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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