Midnight Express? Redbud Tree - Cercis canadensis

Midnight Express™ Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis)

Add drama and elegance to your landscape with this exceptional redbud variety, celebrated for its rich burgundy foliage and vibrant magenta flowers. The heart-shaped leaves create year-round visual interest while making a bold statement against bright skies. When you buy Midnight Express online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a Proven Winners Tree of the Year that combines stunning aesthetics with easy-care resilience.

Landscaping Uses

This versatile tree thrives as a focal point in residential gardens, providing dappled shade for outdoor seating areas and creating an attractive backdrop for perennial beds. Its compact to medium size makes it ideal for both modest yards and sprawling properties. Plant it along property lines, near patios, or as a specimen tree to draw the eye and enhance curb appeal.

Specifications

Height: 20–25 feet
Width: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining, fertile loam
USDA Zones: 4–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Deep burgundy leaves provide striking color contrast throughout the growing season
• Abundant magenta-pink spring blossoms create an enchanting floral display
• Award-winning selection requires minimal maintenance and pruning
• Hardy and adaptable to various growing conditions with excellent drought tolerance

Planting & Care

Plant within four weeks of arrival in a location receiving full sun or afternoon shade, using well-draining soil enriched with compost. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and backfill with native soil and organic matter, then apply a 3-inch mulch layer around the base. Water consistently during the establishment period, then transition to deep watering during dry spells. In spring, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer following package directions, and prune during late dormancy to remove dead or crossing branches and any basal suckers.