Cercis canadensis Royal White 15 Litre Pot

Cercis canadensis ‘Royal White’ – Elegant White-Flowering Eastern Redbud (10/12cm Girth Standard Tree)

Cercis canadensis ‘Royal White’ is a beautiful and distinctive small ornamental tree, celebrated for its striking display of pure white spring blossoms that appear on bare branches before the foliage emerges. This 10/12cm girth standard form adds instant elegance and structure to gardens, with its compact size and heart-shaped leaves providing long-lasting appeal. Perfect as a specimen tree or focal point, ‘Royal White’ brings luminosity and charm to spring landscapes.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Masses of dazzling white flowers bloom directly on bare stems and branches, creating a stunning early-season display.

• Summer: Heart-shaped green leaves form a lush, rounded canopy.

• Autumn: Foliage turns warm yellow and gold before falling.

• Winter: Sculptural branching pattern adds architectural interest.

Key Features

• Unique white flowers – Clusters of bright white blossoms cover bare branches in spring.

• Heart-shaped foliage – Attractive green leaves provide summer texture.

• Compact form – Typically reaches 4–6m tall, ideal for small to medium gardens.

• Hardy and easy to grow – Reliable performance in most UK climates.

• Ornamental value – Seasonal beauty from spring flowers to autumn colour.

Perfect For

• Feature planting – A striking specimen tree for lawns or borders.

• Smaller gardens – Compact habit suits urban or courtyard spaces.

• Mixed borders – Adds contrast and vertical interest among flowering shrubs.

• Architectural planting – Elegant shape fits formal and modern landscapes.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun or light shade; full sun enhances flowering.

• Soil: Prefers moist but well-drained soil; adapts to loam, chalk, or sandy types.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across most of the UK.

• Care: Minimal pruning needed; remove crossing or damaged branches after flowering. Mulch annually to conserve moisture and enrich soil.

Looks Great With

• Spring-flowering shrubs – Pair with Magnolia, Amelanchier, or Viburnum for a layered seasonal display.

• Evergreens – Pittosporum or Hebe provide structure beneath its canopy.

• Grasses and perennials – Stipa, Salvia, or Geranium soften its form.

• Autumn foliage plants – Combine with Acer or Liquidambar for extended colour.

Cercis canadensis ‘Royal White’ is a refined and compact ornamental tree, offering clouds of white spring blossom, lush summer foliage, and warm autumn tones. Hardy, graceful, and easy to grow, it’s a superb choice for small gardens or feature planting schemes.

Cercis canadensis Royal White 15 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery White Deciduous

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.