Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' – Cercis canadensis 'Merlot'

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Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' – Cercis canadensis 'Merlot'

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This Cercis forms a large shrub to small tree with a round to fan-shaped crown. 'Merlot' can reach a height of 6-10 m and grow at least as wide. The large heart-shaped leaves are intensely glossy black-purple when unfurling and remain dark brown-purple, especially in the first half of summer. In the second half of summer, the leaves become more green-purple, slightly lighter than in 'Forest Pansy'. Around April-May, the bundles of dark pink flowers open, beautifully combining with the dark leaves.
'Merlot' arose from a cross between C. canadensis 'Forest Pansy' and 'Texas White' and grows slightly harder than 'Forest Pansy'. Best planted in nutrient-rich, preferably loamy or calcareous soil that is sufficiently moist but permeable. The tree is sensitive to stagnant water around the roots. Also, 'Merlot' is moderately wind resistant and cannot be used in paved areas. Plant preferably in full sun. Hardiness zone 4
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Height
6-10 m
Width
8-10m
Crown
round, fan shaped
Bark and branches
grey
Leaf
greenish purple, black purple
Autumn colour
yellow, orange
Flowers
pink, April/May
Fruits
brown, flat pods
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil, calcareous soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree calcareous soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) broad vase-shaped 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres half-open crown purplegreen average growing valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit
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Frequently asked questions
Cercis canadensis 'Merlot'

Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' can eventually reach a height of 6-10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6-10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' turn yellow, orange in autumn.

The right time to plant Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' blooms in april, may.
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