Black Pearl Redbud (Cercis canadensis ‘JN16’) is a striking deciduous tree that features maroon-colored foliage and lavender-pink blooms. The heart-shaped leaves retain their dark, maroon color through the summer, and the fall color typically shades of chartreuse yellow1. If you’re considering adding this beautiful tree to your garden, it thrives in full sun to part shade, prefers moderately fertile soils, and provides an early-season nectar source for hummingbirds. Grows up to 15-20 ft. tall (450-600 cm) and 20-25 ft. wide (600-750 cm).