Synonyms
Cercis griffithii 'Rafmar 1'
Shrubs Trees
A compact, deciduous, well-branched large shrub to small tree to around 2.5m in height, with red branches when young, and heart-shaped cool, blue-grey foliage which is an unusual change from the traditional varieties. Pink flowers appear on bare branches before the foliage, in spring. Heat and cold-tolerant once established. A versatile variety which can be used in mixed borders or as a specimen shrub or tree. Drought tolerant and low maintenance
Position
Full sun
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres