Black Pearl Redbud (Cercis canadensis ‘JN16’)is a cultivar known for its striking, dark maroon to near-black foliage and lavender-pink spring blooms. It’s a deciduous tree reaching 15-20 feet in height and 20-25 feet in width, with a rounded crown. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. The leaves retain their dark color through the summer, transitioning to chartreuse yellow in the fall. 

• Height: 15-20 feet
• Spread: 20-25 feet
• Flower Color: Lavender-pink to purple
• Bloom Time: Early spring (March-April)
• Foliage: Heart-shaped, dark maroon to near-black, transitioning to chartreuse yellow in fall
• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Growth Rate: Medium
• Lifespan: Can live 60 years or more under ideal conditions
• Urban Tolerance: Highly tolerant of urban pollution