Latin:  Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' Common: Merlot Redbud Zone:  4
Height:  12-15'
Width:  12-15'
Exposure:  Full Sun
Flower Season:  Spring
Flower Color:   Dark Purple Fragrance:  N/A
Fall Color:  Yellow
Notes: A perfect spring flowering tree for smaller landscapes, this phenomenal new hybrid raises the bar. Lustrous, dark purple foliage is similar to Forest Pansy, but with Texas Redbud in its genes, 'Merlot' offers excellent drought tolerance and thicker, glossier leaves that stand up to summer heat. Tight, dense, semi-upright habit. Deciduous.