The Rising Sun™ Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis 'JN2' PP #21,451
Description | Abundant pea-like rosy-lavender flowers appear early spring before foliage. Heart-shaped deep apricot leaves appear and mature through shades of orange, gold and yellow with all colors present at once! Foliage turns a shade of lime green in the summer heat. Resists heat and burn. Ideal specimen or accent plant. |
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Light | Full sun |
Watering | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Spring |
Mature Size | Reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall and 8 ft. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
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Foliage Color | Bronze |
Companion Plants | Witch Hazel (Hamamelis); Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Dogwood (Cornus); Oak Leaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia) |
Care | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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