Merlot Redbud Tree

Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' PP22297

Deep purple foliage with pink spring blossoms

Compact, drought-tolerant, and disease-resistant

Attracts pollinators and adds vibrant color



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Stunning Redbud with Deep Purple Foliage

Why Merlot Redbud Trees?

Merging everything you love in a Redbud into a slightly smaller form, the Merlot is a phenomenal hybrid that delivers classic blooms with the twist of lustrous purple leaves that gradually fade to green in the summer. 

You’ll also get new features that will make this tree even more desirable, like excellent drought tolerance and glossier leaves that stand up to summer heat with ease.

Vibrant red-purple leaves mean the Merlot lives up to its name. The most exciting feature of the new Merlot Redbud is the outstanding color of the foliage. First, you get its reddish-pink blossoms...then the reward of the Merlot's deep, dark purple leaves that continue to impress as they fade into deep green. Whether you plant this tree alone or amongst others in your garden, it takes your yard to the next level.

Why FastGrowingTrees.com is Better

When you order your Merlot Redbud from Fast Growing Trees, you get a reliable, proven performer. Unlike Redbuds from big-box nurseries, your Redbud arrives at your door, ready to thrive.

We’ve taken care to ensure that your Merlot Redbud has the best head start on growth. Now, your tree is delivered with better branching for even more blooms...never bare-root like most other garden centers.

Our larger Merlot Redbud sizes can bloom as soon as the first year, so they sell out very quickly. Don’t wait - buy yours today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:18 ft.
Mature Width:20 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Season(s):Spring Blooming
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Botanical Name:Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' PP22297
Does Not Ship To:AZ, OR
Grows Well In Zones:6-9 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 6-9 outdoors

(hardy down to 0℉)

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4.8

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Sam C.
7/9/2025
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Merlot tree

Was just a twig when received (but healthy) and is coming into form now with proper water and fertilization just wish was more mature upon delivery.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Sam, we appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Our trees are nursery-grown and shipped at a younger stage to allow them to adapt and develop strong roots in their new environment. It’s great to hear yours is already showing good progress with care.
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lionel p.
7/6/2025
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Owner

Great

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JACQUELINE P.
6/27/2025
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Better than expected

The tree was just as advertised! 5ft, packaged well and healthy. I’ve only had it in the ground a week but it seems to be happy, even in the oppressive heat of zone 9.

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Luz D.
6/6/2025
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Can take the heat

Came well packaged and had a good root system. It’s holding up in the Texas heat

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Sondra L.
5/21/2025
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Merlot Tree

Love the tree and its doing great.

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