The Rising Sun Redbud
Cercis canadensis 'The Rising Sun'
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In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 10-15 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining. Adaptable to clay, loam, or sand. |
| Soil pH | 5.5-8.0 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Cordate (Heart-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Apricot, yellow, light green |
| Bloom | Pink, lavender |
| Fruit | Legume |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting, budding |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Dogwood, Viburnum, Ferns |
Where it came from
| Grower | Home Depot |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Home Depot |
Care
Water deeply during dry spells. Provide mulch to retain moisture.
Maintenance
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood.
Cleanup
Rake up dropped leaves in fall. Remove any broken branches before winter.
Notes
Brilliant foliage changes colors throughout the season. Clifton Park receives 1000+ chill hours, which is more than sufficient for this tree.