Judas tree
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Judas tree is hardy to zone 6, which covers nearly all of Central Europe and the British Isles; only harsh upland sites (Alps, high ridges) call for winter protection.
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Profile
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Habit
- Tree
- Height
- 9.5 m
- Spread
- 5 m
- Growth
- medium
- Lifespan
- 50 years
- First yield
- after 6 years
- Yield per plant
- up to 15 kg a year
- Hardiness
- zone 6–9
- Shade tolerance
- partial shade
- Soil
- Sand, Silt
- Soil moisture
- very dry – very moist
- pH
- 6.5 – 8
Flowering & harvest
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Uses
Edible: A sweet and sour taste makes them a lovely addition to salads. The flower buds are pickled and used as a seasoning. The seed pods can be eaten raw.
Origin & habitat
Southern Europe to East Asia.
Rocky places next to the coast: The wind gently blows over the rocky places next to the coast, while the waves softly splash against the rocks. The salty air fills the senses and allows thoughts to flow freely. A place of tranquility and serenity, where one can escape everyday life and fully enjoy the beauty of nature.
Frequently asked questions
Judas tree: how big does it get?
Judas tree (Cercis siliquastrum) grows as a Tree and reaches roughly 9.5 m in height when mature, with a spread of about 5 m. Growth is medium.
Judas tree: what site does it need?
Judas tree tolerates partial shade. Suitable soils are Sand, Silt. Soil moisture should be in the range very dry – very moist. The pH may lie between 6.5 and 8.
Judas tree: is it hardy?
Judas tree is listed as hardy in zone 6–9 and survives normal winters outdoors there.
Judas tree: will it grow in Central Europe?
Judas tree is hardy to zone 6, which covers nearly all of Central Europe and the British Isles; only harsh upland sites (Alps, high ridges) call for winter protection.
Judas tree: when does it flower?
In a temperate northern-hemisphere climate it flowers in June.
Judas tree: when is it harvested?
In a temperate northern-hemisphere climate the fruit ripens in September.
Judas tree: when does it start cropping, and how much?
Judas tree first crops after 6 years. A mature plant gives up to 15 kg a year. Figures assume a good site; variety, soil and climate shift them considerably.
Judas tree: is it poisonous?
No toxicity is recorded for Judas tree. With wild plants, never rely on a database alone — only on a confident identification.
Judas tree: what is it used for?
Rated on a scale up to 10: Edible 5/10, Other uses 5/10.
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