15 gallon v. 30 gallon - Eastern Redbud

30g will look like an actual tree. I would t go with a 15g. That’s like 2-3 years of growth to catch up to a 30g. Maybe more.

There’s going to be more noticeable shock with a 30g because it’s a bigger plant.

I wouldn’t worry that much. Always go
Bigger if you can. A 15g will not
Be anywhere Near a 30g in a year

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You typically don't have to worry about transplant shock with container stock.

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Depends on if it is container grown or containerized. In other words, always grown in the container or dug from ground at some point and put in the container.

Also consider how you will move a 30 gal tree. It won’t be by hand.

A grown man in half arse shape can move a 30 gallon around and easily plant by himself.

I just picked up a very nice 15 gallon from Lowe’s for $25. They have them 1/2 price now

Redbuds are slow growing.
Where do you plan on planting it? I think they grow best along an edge of the woods

It's always possible that a tree (of any size) won't root, but they wouldn't sell trees that size if they couldn't be replanted. Make sure to check the return policy of where ever you buy the tree. The nursery we buy from offers a lifetime warranty on all trees...if it doesn't take, you bring it back to the nursery and they do a like for like exchange. The key is to prep the transplant area properly, and to nurture the tree while it is trying to root. The nursery can give you detailed instructions for prep, install and care specific to your area.

Also buy some root stimulator. It's cheap and it works well.