Elevate your garden with the captivating beauty of Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'. This deciduous plant is a perfect choice for small gardens, boasting a bushy habit that can be easily trained as either a shrub or small tree. In spring, bare, upright shoots burst into small clusters of deep purple-pink, pea-like flowers, creating a spectacular display just before the emergence of its rich-green, heart-shaped foliage. Throughout summer, the foliage provides an attractive canopy before transitioning to a warm buttery-yellow in autumn, adding yet another layer of beauty to your landscape. With a compact growth habit, 'Avondale' thrives in large pots, making it an ideal choice for both small gardens and container gardening enthusiasts.For those looking to encourage larger leaves, 'Avondale' can be grown as a large shrub, sacrificing some flowering. Once established, cut back all stems to 60-90cm (24-35") from the ground every other year in late winter or early spring. How to Grow: Light: Full