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Midnight Express® Redbud
Midnight Express® Redbud
$375.00
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Low stock: 5 left
Cercis canadensis 'Midnight Express'
Choose Midnight Express® Redbud if you want a small ornamental tree with dark foliage and spring bloom; the tradeoff is that it needs breathing room and should not be squeezed against the house.
Buy This If
- You want purple foliage.
- You want spring flowers.
- You have open space.
Skip This If
- You need year-round screening.
- The site stays wet.
- Branches would crowd walkways.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | The dark foliage and pink spring bloom give it strong presence without needing a large shade-tree footprint. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It should size up at a good pace for an ornamental tree, but it still needs time to develop a balanced canopy. |
| Maintenance | B | Plan on light structural pruning when young and avoid planting where branches will need constant cutting back. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | C+ | It fits many residential beds, but it is still a tree and not a plant for tight corners or narrow strips. |
| Screening Value | C | It can add seasonal cover, but it is not dense enough to replace a true privacy screen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for a visible front-yard or patio-area planting where the dark foliage has room to stand out and the canopy will not interfere with paths, siding, or windows.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 25 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 20 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 17.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded |
Customers Usually Ask
Does the foliage stay dark?
Yes, it is grown for dark burgundy-purple foliage, though color can shift some with light and season.
Is it good near the house?
Only if you give it enough clearance; do not tuck it into a tight foundation spot.
Does it need heavy pruning?
No, but young trees benefit from selective pruning to build a clean structure.
Why Choose Ornamental & Accent Trees?
- Spring Flower Impact: Cherries and serviceberry deliver standout blooms that define the season.
- Fall Color & Seasonal Interest: Ginkgo and serviceberry provide reliable, high-impact color late in the year.
- Form & Structure: Weeping, upright, and spreading forms create focal points and visual balance in the landscape.
We grow and source ornamental trees selected specifically for New England performance — not just appearance, but reliability, structure, and long-term success in local conditions.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22136
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