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Redbud, Cercis Occidentalis

Cercis occidentalis, also known as the Western Redbud, is one of California’s most striking native plants. This small deciduous tree or large shrub bursts into bloom each spring with brilliant magenta-pink flowers that cover its branches before the leaves emerge. It’s highly adaptable—thriving in chaparral, oak woodlands, and along seasonal creeks throughout California. Western Redbud isn’t just beautiful—it’s wildlife-friendly and drought-tolerant. The flowers provide nectar for native bees and early pollinators, while the seeds are a food source for birds. Its heart-shaped leaves add seasonal interest, turning golden yellow in fall. This versatile native can be used as a specimen tree, in habitat gardens, or in water-wise landscapes. Once established, it requires little irrigation, making it an excellent choice for sustainable gardening in California.