What are the purple blooming trees in North Carolina?
The native eastern redbud, Cercis canadensis, is one of the first trees to flower in North Carolina. Its purple flowers adorn woodland edges and disturbed roadside habitats. The foliage is heart shaped and appears soon after flowering. Pink Flowering Dogwoods (Cornus florida) Dogwood is a beloved North Carolina native and our state’s official flower, offering true year-round appeal. In addition to its pink spring flowers, it offers lush summer leaves, brilliant red leaves in the fall and ornamental red berries that attract birds.