Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades' is a remarkable, deciduous tree that offers stunning, year-round appeal with its striking deep purple foliage, vibrant spring flowers, and elegant form. Known for its compact, rounded habit, this cultivar of the Eastern Redbud is perfect for smaller gardens, urban landscapes, or as a specimen tree. In spring, the tree bursts into an eye-catching display of rich pink to purple flowers that appear before the leaves, creating a striking contrast. As the season progresses, the tree’s unique, dark foliage stands out in the landscape, providing a dramatic backdrop for other plants. With its ornamental beauty and easy-to-care-for nature, 'Ace of Spades' is a must-have for those looking to add a touch of elegance and color to their garden.
Why Grow Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades'?
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Unique Dark Foliage – Rich, deep purple leaves offer stunning color throughout the growing season, transitioning to a more subdued tone in fall.
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Vibrant Spring Blooms – Clusters of pink to purple flowers appear before the leaves, creating a breathtaking early spring display.
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Compact & Rounded Habit – This smaller, rounded tree is ideal for smaller gardens or urban spaces, offering both structure and beauty.
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Low-Maintenance – Easy to grow with minimal care required, perfect for gardeners looking for beauty without the hassle.
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Seasonal Interest – The tree provides year-round appeal, with its spring blooms, summer foliage, and striking fall color.
Height of Plant
Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades' typically grows to a height of 3–4 meters (10–13 feet) with a similar spread over 10 years, making it an ideal choice for compact spaces and smaller gardens.
Where to Site Your Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades'
This versatile tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It’s perfect for smaller gardens, urban landscapes, or as a specimen tree in a mixed border. 'Ace of Spades' looks stunning in spring when in bloom, and its dark foliage provides a dramatic contrast against lighter-colored plants or green shrubs. It pairs well with spring-blooming perennials like Primula or Heuchera, as well as evergreen shrubs like Boxwood.
How to Grow and Care for Your Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades'
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Soil – Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but can tolerate a variety of soil types, including loam or clay.
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Light – Best grown in full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and vibrant flowers.
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Watering – Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, but is relatively drought-tolerant once established.
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Maintenance:
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Mulching – Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect the roots, especially in the first few years of growth.
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Pruning – Pruning is generally not required, although it can be done to remove dead or damaged wood in late winter.
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Fertilizing – Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades' pairs beautifully with other early bloomers like Tulips, Daffodils, or Crocus for a striking spring display. It also works well with other trees such as Amelanchier or Cornus, and provides a dramatic contrast to evergreen shrubs like Boxwood or Pine. In fall, it can be underplanted with perennials such as Asters or Chrysanthemums to create a vibrant seasonal display.
With its deep purple foliage, stunning spring flowers, and compact size, Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Spades' is an exceptional choice for smaller gardens, urban spaces, or as a specimen tree. Whether used to add a pop of color in the spring or as a focal point in a year-round planting, this tree provides beauty, elegance, and interest for every season. Its easy-care nature and striking appearance make it an excellent addition to any garden.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
