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
Your Growing Zone:6
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Growing Zones: 6-9 outdoors

(hardy down to 0℉)

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4.9

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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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Tee S.
5/21/2025
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Merlot

This little sapling, Merlot, loves Texas thus far. When I received her, she had no leaves. But just as stated on the website, Springtime is the best time to plant. I'm waiting to plant her when I move. . . hopefully soon. I will definitely purchase more plants from Fast Growing Trees again.

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Tyler P.
5/17/2025
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Alive so far

I was a little worried at first when opening the packaging if the tree would survive. It's been one week and the leaves haven't fallen off so that's a good sign. I'll probably come and update this review after some time. My only complaint is that is looks like they prune a large amount of the trees and leave very few leaves.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Tyler! Thank you for sharing your experience. We know it can be a little concerning at first, but it sounds like your tree is adjusting well. If you need any help or have questions as it continues to grow, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you.
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