Cercis Canadensis (Redbud) 'The Rising Sun'

Plant Type: Deciduous Tree

Description: Cercis canadensis The Rising Sun™ is a novel addition to the native eastern redbud family. 

Small-but-showy rosy orchid flowers climb the naked branches in early spring, attracting bees and butterflies. The distinctive bark is smooth tan with a yellowish cast. Emerging heart-shaped foliage is brilliant tangerine to apricot and reputed to hold its color well into fall, surpassing other gold-leaved redbuds. Heat tolerance, drought resistance, and cold hardiness are other desirable attributes.

Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8

Sun/Shade Preference: Sun

Soil Condition Preference: Any

Special Attributes:

Drought Tolerant

Disease Resistant

Pest Resistant

Winter Interest

Interesting Bark

North American Native

Plant Height: 10-20 feet

Bloom Time: Early Spring / Spring

Flower Color: Purple

Foliage Color: Light Green

Fall Color: Yellow