Eastern Redbud
Eastern redbud is one of the first trees to bloom in spring with pink or reddish flowers. Flowering occurs in March to May before leaf growth.
After bloom, heart-shaped leaves begin growing and gradually turn dark green. When mature, leaves are about four inches long and four inches wide.
Eastern redbud produces clusters of flat green pods (3.5 inches long, 0.5 inches wide) that change to brown when mature. Each pod contains four to ten small hard black or brown seeds. It will grow to about 30 feet tall at maturity.
Flowering Dogwood
Flowering dogwood is a true North Carolina native and our official state flower. The dogwood blooms in the early spring with a variety of flower colors—ranging from pure white to pink.
After bloom, oval shaped leaves with a pointed tip begin growing and are 3-6 inches long.
Flowering dogwoods produce bright red, small fruits that grow in clusters of up to 10. Mature trees can grow up to 30 feet tall.
The bark is dark brown, somewhat smooth, and aromatic.
