Prized for its colorful foliage, Cercis canadensis The Rising Sun (Eastern Redbud) is a charming deciduous, and rounded tree with multiple seasons of interest. A profusion of pea-like pale pink flowers held in clusters cover the bare branches for several weeks in the spring, before the foliage emerges, creating a most dramatic display. The foliage of attractive heart-shaped leaves emerges bright orange peach and ages through shades of orange, gold, and yellow to speckled lime green. Since new leaves emerge all summer, there is always a fiery glow of colors on the tree. The summer foliage turns pretty shades of yellow and orange in the fall. As the leaves drop, they reveal the pleasing silhouette of this Redbud as well as its smooth tan bark adorned with a yellowish cast, distinctive from other redbuds. Reported to be heat and drought-tolerant, this dwarf redbud adds elegance to any space, including small gardens.

• Grows up to 8-12 ft. tall and wide (240-360 cm).
• This Redbud is easily grown in full sun to part shade in well-drained soils. Performs best in moderately fertile soils with regular and consistent moisture. Best flower production is obtained in full sun, but part shade is best in hot summer climates. Needs a winter chill before the flowers set properly.
• Perfect choice as a specimen plant or for shrub borders.
• Attracts birds, butterflies, and bees.
• Generally pest free. Watch for canker, verticillium wilt, dieback, leaf spots, mildew, and blights. Deer resistant.
• Does not transplant well. It should be planted when young and left undisturbed.
• Needs very little pruning. Remove diseased, damaged congested, or crossing shoots.
• Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
• Cercis canadensis species is native to eastern and central North America from Connecticut to New York to southern Ontario and the Great Lakes south to western Texas and Florida.