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Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis 'Minnesota Strain'
Eastern Redbud
In stock · from $161.99
A spectacular and hardy spring bloomer, with very showy pink to purple flowers held tightly on bare branches in early spring; somewhat coarse heart-shaped leaves; a top choice small ornamental tree for specimen use in the northern landscape. Golden yellow foliage in the fall. Reported to have superior winter hardiness compared to regular Cercis canadensis .
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-17.
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Attracts birds.
Quick answers
How big does Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud get?
About 20-25' tall and 25' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud need?
Moderate water use.
Will Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. 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 Minnesota Strain Eastern Redbud in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $161.99. 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 Minnesota Strain Eastern 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.