The Eastern Redbud is a small deciduous tree famous for its spring display of rosy-pink flowers that bloom directly on bare branches before leaves emerge. One of the earliest native trees to flower each year.
Habitat
Woodland edges, stream banks, and disturbed areas in eastern North America
Diet
Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are primary pollinators
How common
Common
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