{"product_id":"nasiona-judaszowca-poludniowego-cercis-siliquastrum","title":"Judas Tree Seeds - Cercis Siliquastrum","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCercis siliquastrum\u003c\/strong\u003e - Southern Judas Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eSouthern Judas Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medium-sized tree native to the Mediterranean basin, which has fascinated gardeners for centuries with its exceptional decorative qualities. This species has gained popularity in gardens across Europe thanks to its spectacular appearance and relatively low cultivation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eBotanical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe tree reaches \u003cstrong\u003eup to 10 meters in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, forming a picturesque crown with an irregular shape. The most distinctive feature of this species is its unusual flowering habit – \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003epurple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e appear directly on the branches and even on the trunk, before the leaves develop. This phenomenon, called cauliflory, gives the tree a fairy-tale, almost magical look in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe flowers form \u003cstrong\u003eintensely pink clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e that contrast with the dark bark and provide a true feast for the eyes. After flowering, characteristic heart-shaped leaves develop, which maintain a fresh green color throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCercis siliquastrum\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers \u003cstrong\u003esunny locations\u003c\/strong\u003e where it can fully develop its decorative potential. The tree thrives best in \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained, consistently moist soils with neutral pH\u003c\/strong\u003e. It adapts well to temperate climates, showing satisfactory frost resistance in most parts of Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn cooler climate zones, young specimens may require protection during the first years after planting, but mature trees usually do not need \u003cstrong\u003ewinter covering\u003c\/strong\u003e. This species tolerates occasional water shortages well, although regular watering during dry periods benefits its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFertilization and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eRegular care positively influences the growth and flowering of the Judas tree. \u003cstrong\u003eIn spring\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is recommended to fertilize with \u003cstrong\u003egranulated manure\u003c\/strong\u003e, which provides the plant with essential nutrients at the start of the growing season. In autumn, around \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember\u003c\/strong\u003e, applying a \u003cstrong\u003ephosphorus fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e is beneficial as it strengthens the root system and prepares the tree for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eGarden Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe Southern Judas Tree is an excellent choice as a solitary plant, where it can fully showcase its spectacular form. It also works well in compositions with other shrubs and trees that flower later. Its extraordinary flowering makes it an ideal accent in Mediterranean-style gardens and modern landscape designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThanks to its medium size, the tree is also suitable for smaller gardens, where it can serve as the focal point of the composition. Its early, abundant flowering makes the Judas tree especially valued by enthusiasts of plants with a long decorative season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":52680719499592,"sku":"8A86-858E4","price":8.8,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52680719532360,"sku":"8A86-858E5","price":13.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52680719565128,"sku":"8A86-858E6","price":48.8,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":52680719597896,"sku":"8A86-858E7","price":86.8,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":52680719630664,"sku":"8A86-858E8","price":599.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/344.jpg?v=1770321144","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-judaszowca-poludniowego-cercis-siliquastrum","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}