{"product_id":"judas-tree-seeds-cercis-siliquastrum-mediterranean-redbud-flowering-tree","title":"Judas Tree Seeds (Cercis siliquastrum) Mediterranean Redbud Flowering Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"162\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"42\"\u003eJudas Tree Seeds (Cercis siliquastrum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"162\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCercis siliquastrum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eJudas Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean Redbud\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a small to medium-sized deciduous ornamental tree admired for its striking spring blossoms and unique flowering habit. Native to southern Europe and western Asia, this species is widely cultivated as a decorative landscape and garden tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe name “Judas Tree” is traditionally associated with the belief that Judas Iscariot is said to have hanged himself from this tree, though it is also commonly known by more pleasant names such as the Love Tree and Mediterranean Redbud. In spring, the tree produces abundant clusters of vivid pink to purple pea-like flowers that bloom directly on the trunk and mature branches, a botanical feature known as cauliflory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFollowing flowering, the tree develops flat, purple-tinged seed pods that persist into late summer, adding additional ornamental interest. The heart-shaped leaves emerge green and provide a lush canopy that turns golden-yellow in autumn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eJudas Tree typically grows 15–25 feet tall and wide, forming a broad, rounded crown. It performs best in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is relatively hardy and drought tolerant but should be planted carefully as it does not transplant well after maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSoil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWater: Moderate; avoid waterlogged conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrowth: Deciduous ornamental flowering tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eClimate: Temperate Mediterranean and mild continental regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis species is best planted young and left undisturbed to establish a strong root system and long-term structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Judas Tree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Stunning pink-purple spring blossoms on trunk and branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Unique cauliflorous flowering habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Attractive heart-shaped foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Ornamental seed pods for summer interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Excellent small landscape or specimen tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Suitable for bonsai training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Long-lived decorative flowering tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2262\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2262\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eJudas Tree Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Rub seeds with rough grit sandpaper to scarify. Soak in Very Hot water for 24hrs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Cold stratify by placing seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist peat moss or vermiculite for 60 days. Leave 1 inch of the corner open for air circulation. Periodically check to ensure they don't dry out. Mist with a spray bottle as to not over wet them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e3)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Plant seeds in a well draining seed starting mix. Plant near a window with filtered light, or use a grow lamp. Do not expose to full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e4)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Use a heated propagator mat to keep the soil at 75 degrees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e5) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eExpect germination within 2-3 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGerminación del árbol de Judas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1) Frote las semillas con papel de lija de grano grueso para escarificarlas. Remójelas en agua muy caliente durante 24 horas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2) Estratifique en frío colocando las semillas en una bolsa con cierre hermético llena de turba húmeda o vermiculita durante 60 días. Deje 1 pulgada de la esquina abierta para que circule el aire. Revíselas periódicamente para asegurarse de que no se sequen. Rocíe con una botella rociadora para no mojarlas demasiado.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3) Plante las semillas en una mezcla de semillas que drene bien. Plante cerca de una ventana con luz filtrada o use una lámpara de cultivo. No exponga a pleno sol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4) Use una estera de propagación calentada para mantener la tierra a 75 grados.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5) Espere la germinación dentro de 2 a 3 semanas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":54124546851100,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 SEEDS","offer_id":54124546883868,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 SEEDS","offer_id":54124546916636,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/judas2.jpg?v=1779110776","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/judas-tree-seeds-cercis-siliquastrum-mediterranean-redbud-flowering-tree","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}