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Alley Cat Variegated Redbud
Cercis canadensis 'Alley Cat'
Variegated Redbud
In stock · from $193.99
Variegated green foliage prominently speckled and splashed with varying shades of white. Reportedly does not revert to green or scorch in sun. Pea-like flowers are vibrant purple-pink appearing in spring. After flowering, new leaves emerge a dark pink before turning chartreuse then eventually developing the white variegation. Fall color is a rich golden yellow. Does best with a little extra protection and care in winter when young.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-03.
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Attracts pollinators.
Quick answers
How big does Alley Cat Variegated Redbud get?
About 15-20' tall and 20' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Alley Cat Variegated Redbud need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Alley Cat Variegated Redbud need?
Moderate water use.
Will Alley Cat Variegated Redbud grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Alley Cat Variegated Redbud in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $193.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Alley Cat Variegated Redbud wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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