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Texas Redbud
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Texas Redbud

Cercis canadensis var. texensis
In the United States: Native · also called texas redbud

Honeybees forage on this redbud variety for nectar and abundant pollen in early spring, aiding post-winter colony stimulation. Peak bloom March to April provides a critical early-season resource. Drought-tolerant once established; protect young plants from deer browsing.

Nectarmedium
Pollenhigh
Bloom (US) March–April
Hardiness zones6-9
Duration~3 weeks
TypePerennial
Sunpartial

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