Cercis chinensis 'Faerie Queen'

Common name:
Chinese Redbud 'Faerie Queen'

Description:
Cercis chinensis 'Faerie Queen' is a stunning, compact deciduous tree that delivers a magical burst of rich purple-pink flowers in early spring, before the foliage emerges. A more refined and graceful form of the Chinese Redbud, 'Faerie Queen' features a neat, vase-shaped habit and multi-stemmed growth, making it ideal for feature planting in smaller gardens, courtyards, or narrow spaces. Following its vibrant floral display, the tree produces heart-shaped green leaves that create a lush, rounded canopy throughout the growing season before turning soft yellow in autumn. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, it prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, and will tolerate light frosts once established. This tree offers exceptional seasonal interest with minimal upkeep, and is a standout for those seeking ornamental elegance in a compact form.

Form:
Tree – Small
Shrub – Large

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

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring

Flower colour:
Purple-Pink

Key attributes:
Bee Attracting
Bird Attracting
Deciduous
Compact Form
Cold Hardy
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Small Gardens
Stunning Floral Display

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion plants:
Cornus florida 'Rubra'
Magnolia ‘Burgundy Star’
Liriope ‘Evergreen Giant’
Daphne odora
Helleborus x hybridus