The Judas tree (Cercis siliquastrum) is a Mediterranean small tree, 5–8 m, with twisted branches that burst into rosy‑purple blossom along trunk and limbs in April. Rounded blue‑green leaves follow, turning buttery yellow in autumn. Hardy to −15 °C, it relishes full sun and limestone soils and is drought‑tolerant once established. Long, red pods hang decoratively; plant as an ornamental specimen or patio shade tree with striking early colou…