What kind of tree?

[Cat]

Recently I've started noticing a small tree or shrub sprouting beautiful dark pink blossoms, especially in the central reservation on the autoroute between Cahors and Toulouse. 

The blossom seems to be growing directly on the branches (rather than dangling at leaf level) and is most intense on closely pruned plants.

I've spotted a few in gardens as well.  I'd love to buy one, but I've no idea what it's called.

Does anyone have any idea what it could be?

Thanks.

[Jt]

Cathy,

This would be a Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum).  Grows best in a hot position on rocky soils. We actually have several growing very well on clay, though only where it gets baked dry by the sun in summer.

Hope this helps

[Furry Knickers]

Sounds like a peony erectus vulgaris to me!

I have one!