Redbud Merlot 7 Gal Ms

Growth: Moderate

Light: Full sun to partial shade (part shade helpful in hot climates)

Soil: Adaptable, tolerates clay, loam, and sand; prefers well-drained soil; good drought tolerance once established

Central Missouri: Rated to zone 6, so it sits at the cold-hardy edge for central Missouri (6a); site it in a somewhat protected spot, whereas the straight species (zone 4-9) is more reliably hardy here

*Stock image shown for reference. Actual tree appearance may vary.