Cercis Forest Pansy

This little tree's big, purple heart-shaped leaves steal the show. Before the leaves even pop out, it's covered in a bunch of tiny, bright pink flowers. Perfect for adding a splash of fun to small gardens! The Cercis Forest Pansy grows as a multi-stemmed deciduous tree with a naturally spreading, rounded form that typically reaches 3-4 metres tall and wide at maturity. Its graceful, open branching structure creates an elegant silhouette even in winter, while the delicate spring blooms emerge directly on the bare branches for maximum impact.

The heart-shaped foliage develops a rich plum-purple hue throughout the growing season, gradually deepening as temperatures cool. This compact growth habit makes it brilliant for smaller properties where you need year-round interest without overwhelming the space. It's equally at home as a standalone feature tree or nestled into mixed borders. Once established, it's pretty low-fuss and adapts well to most soil types, though it prefers good drainage and a sunny spot. The Forest Pansy rewards you with reliable spring colour and stunning foliage that'll keep your garden looking sharp from spring right through to autumn.