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Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds'

Also Known As

  • Floating Clouds Variegated Redbud

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-18'
  • W: 15'-18'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds' plant details

Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with variegated foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 15 FT - 18 FT - wide, 15 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, small tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Not just edged with white like Silver Cloud, sometimes it?s the whole leaf that?s splashed with it!... a lovely small tree with rose-pink flowers in spring; developed by Shadow Nursery. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds' plant

How to Grow Cercis canadensis 'Floating Clouds'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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