Cercis canadensis 'Vanilla Twist' ~ Vanilla Twist Weeping Redbud climbing IMAGES: Photo by Swallowtail Garden

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Chocolate Snakeroot is a native herbaceous perennial with sharp-toothed dark green lace-like foliage that has a chocolate tint

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Cercis canadensis 'Vanilla Twist' ~ Vanilla Twist Weeping Redbud climbing IMAGES: Photo by Swallowtail GardenThe Vanilla Twist Weeping Redbud typically grows to a height of 6 to 8 feet (1. 8 to 2. 4 meters) with a spread of 8 to 10 feet (2. 4 to 3 meters). It has a weeping, cascading form, with branches that twist and turn, creating an elegant and graceful appearance. In early spring, before the leaves emerge, the Vanilla Twist Weeping Redbud produces clusters of small, pink to lavender flowers along its weeping branches. These flowers cover the tree and