The branches of redbud trees throughout the Brazos Valley are covered with flowers, a sign that spring has arrived. Redbuds, which are deciduous, have long been popular for their early spring flowers.

The Oklahoma redbud tree is a staple in the Sooner State, and the rain coming right in the middle of the budding season only makes it better. The state tree typically begins blooming in March and ...

Redbuds in bloom are a most welcome harbinger of spring. Their dense clusters of magenta flowers bloom early, providing splashes of color against a winter landscape of browns and grays. Is the name ...