Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

Also Known As

Hearts of Gold Golden Redbud
Yellow Leaf Redbud

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 15'-18'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold' plant details

Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with chartreuse foliage. In spring and winter pink and purple flowers emerge followed by brown and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
Mature size: 15 FT - 18 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fall color, heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Striking heart-shaped leaves of intense golden yellow in spring relaxing into chartreuse in summer, make this small tree (to 15' in 5 years) a standout all season but you?ll also enjoy its great soft-pink spring flowers. S-PSh/M PP85878

By: Forestfarm

Hearts of Gold Redbud has gold foliage that is burn resistant even in full sun. Beautiful pink/purple blooms cover the tree in spring before the foliage emerges . Grows rapidly in a wide range of soil types and moisture levels. Tolerant of light shade, it is very adaptable and easy to grow. The graceful branching of Hearts of Gold Redbud provides winter interest. The tight compact form makes it a perfect choice for smaller gardens.

By: Maples N More Nursery

Hearts of Gold' is the first of several new yellow-leafed redbuds. Its neon-yellow foliage is an immediate contrast in any landscape. Does not burn in summer.

By: Heritage Seedlings

The first golden leaved redbud. Lavender pink blossoms adorn bare branches in early spring followed by emerging foliage that turns a golden hue. Golden color remains all summer on plants that get at least half day sun. 24-30" plants for spring shipping. Ultimately a 20-25' tree.

By: Avant Gardens

Regular redbud flowers in early spring followed by chartreuse leaves. YUM!! What a bright spot on the edge of the woods!

By: Specialty Ornamentals

Imagine a 20' to 25' tree clothed in golden heart shaped leaves and the newer foliage blushed with orange-red. Then add lavener red flowers. Now you have a picture of this aptly named tree! Plant in full sun for the best color.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Golden heart-shaped leaves clad this rare form of Cercis. It grows at its own pace -- slowly. 15' tall tree in time; needs regular summer water; lovely pink buds in spring.