Cercis Don Egolf

Edgolf Redbud

A compact, dwarf redbud selected for its dense, rounded habit and abundant rose-pink spring flowers that blanket the bare branches before leaf-out. Glossy, heart-shaped green leaves emerge after bloom, forming a neat summer canopy and turning yellow in fall. ‘Don Egolf’ delivers classic redbud beauty in a smaller, more uniform form well suited to tight spaces.

Size: 12–15 ft wide × 12–15 ft tall

Zones: 5a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to loam and clay
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Suitable Conditions:



Climate: Performs well across temperate climates



Exposure: Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred in hotter regions



Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral



Drainage: Important; avoid poorly drained or waterlogged soils



Spacing: Allow room for rounded canopy development



Notes:



Shape: Dense, rounded to broadly oval; typically multi-stemmed



Compact growth with excellent flower coverage



Ideal for small gardens, courtyards, patios, and under utility lines



Provides strong early-season pollinator value



Minimal pruning required beyond light structural training

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

12-15'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees butterflies birds

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Clump, Oval/Rounded

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No