Cercis canadensis 'Rising Sun'
With its light-green to golden-yellow foliage, which turns reddish-gold in the fall, Rising Sun is a brilliant alternative to the Eastern redbud, from which it was developed.
Resistant to Heat & Sunburn Generally adaptable and easy to grow
Attracts: butterflies and birds
Photos courtesy of Toms Creek Farm & Nursery in Denton, NC
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Flowering Tree |
| Foliage Type |
Deciduous |
| Height |
10' - 20' |
| Spread |
8' - 10' |
| Shape |
Open tree-form |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Chartreuse Gold |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Winter Dormant
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| Flowering Season |
Early Spring |
| Flower Color |
Pinkish-purple |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Fast |
| Sun Preferences |
Full Sun |
| Water Preferences |
Moist (not wet): Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
7 |
