Looking for a compact native tree that delivers jaw-dropping color season after season? The Oklahoma Redbud (Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma') is widely celebrated as one of the most brilliant flowering trees you can plant. In early spring, before its leaves even emerge, dense clusters of rich, orchid-pink to deep magenta flowers blanket every branch. As summer approaches, thick, shiny, dark green heart-shaped foliage takes center stage, offering exceptional drought and heat resistance compared to standard redbuds. In autumn, the foliage transitions into warm shades of canary yellow, providing multi-season interest in a manageable, small-to-medium landscape footprint.
Key Highlights & Features
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🌺 Unrivaled Spring Color: Packed with some of the deepest magenta-pink blooms of any redbud cultivar.
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🍃 Lustrous Foliage: Thick, wax-coated, heart-shaped leaves resist summer scorch and heat stress.
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☀️ Sun & Heat Loving: Bred naturally for warmer, drier climates; thrives where other redbuds struggle.
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🦋 Pollinator Magnet: Early nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbird visitors.
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🏡 Compact Footprint: Perfect anchor tree for small yards, patio gardens, urban lots, or specimen plantings.
Plant Specifications
| Attribute |
Specification |
| Botanical Name |
Cercis canadensis var. texensis 'Oklahoma' |
| Common Names |
Oklahoma Redbud, Texas Redbud Cultivar |
| Mature Height |
15–25 feet |
| Mature Spread |
15–20 feet |
| Hardiness Zones |
6–9 |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Needs |
Low to Moderate (Drought tolerant once established) |
| Soil Preference |
Well-drained soil; adapts well to clay, loam, and limestone soils |
