This morning Dan Benarcik tells us about the Golden Redbud, Cercis Canadensis ‘Rising Sun’ Follow Dan @deebenarc .
@chanticleergarden is looking marvelous don’t you think? Tidbit: The Whole Foods store in Wayne PA where #chanticleergarden is located is a top-selling location of @gardendesignmag .
Golden foliaged form of the Native Eastern Redbud
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Wide range from Southern Ontario south to Florida, west to the Great Lakes and western Texas
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Small flowering tree, 20’ to 30’ tall
Rose purple pea like flowers in early spring on naked stem prior to leaf emergence
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Once flowers have passed, vivid chartreuse foliage emerges, with orange and salmon blushes
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Foliage will harden off to a fresh green tone, while new emergent foliage will continue to present this vibrant color blend
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Fall color is a pale yellowish green
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Tolerant of drought once established, prefers full sun to part shade
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Low maintenance small native tree with a wide range of adaptability
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#redbud #horticulture #tree #garden #plants #americasgardencapital
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