Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'

Common Name:
Chinese Redbud 'Avondale'

Description:
Cercis chinensis 'Avondale' is a compact, deciduous ornamental tree renowned for its spectacular floral display and tidy form. In early spring, before the foliage emerges, its bare dark stems are smothered in masses of vivid magenta-pink pea-like flowers, creating a breathtaking effect. Unlike its North American cousins, 'Avondale' is more shrub-like in habit, with a naturally multi-stemmed structure and a dense, rounded form. The heart-shaped green leaves follow the floral show and turn soft yellow in autumn. Perfect for small gardens, courtyards, or as a showy feature tree, it thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to part shade. 'Avondale' performs beautifully in Melbourne’s temperate climate and is ideal for gardeners seeking seasonal drama with minimal maintenance.

Form:
Tree – Small
Shrub – Large

Mature Size:
Height: 3–4 m
Width: 2.5–3 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:
Magenta-Pink

Key Attributes:
Bee Attracting
Bird Attracting
Deciduous
Compact Form
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Small Gardens
Spectacular Flower Display
Cold Hardy

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:
Magnolia stellata
Cornus kousa ‘Satomi’
Loropetalum chinense ‘Plum Gorgeous’
Helleborus orientalis
Liriope muscari