Hearts A'Fire™ Redbud, also known as Cercis canadensis 'Hearts A'Fire', is a stunning cultivar of the Eastern Redbud tree. It is known for its vibrant and unique heart-shaped leaves, which set it apart from other Redbud varieties.
The Hearts A'Fire™ Redbud typically grows to a height of 20 to 25 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet. It has a rounded shape and dense branching, creating a beautiful canopy of foliage. The leaves emerge as a deep red color in the spring, gradually transitioning to a rich green as the season progresses. In the fall, the foliage turns a vibrant yellow, adding a burst of color to the landscape.
In addition to its striking foliage, the Hearts A'Fire™ Redbud also produces clusters of small, pinkish-purple flowers in the early spring. These flowers are attractive to pollinators and add to the tree's overall beauty.
This Redbud variety thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is relatively low-maintenance and does not require much pruning. However, you can trim any dead or damaged branches to maintain its shape and overall health.
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Origins: |
Eastern N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
10’ - 15’ |
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Spread: |
10’ - 15’ |
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Spacing: |
12’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Canker can be a significant disease problem. Various diseases and pests and be prevented with regular watering and pruning of dead branches. Does not transplant well, plant when young and leave undisturbed.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or mass plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Screening, Shade Tree, and Street Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Hydrangea, Witch Hazel
IMAGE: Famartin, 2019-04-14 13 00 30 Eastern Redbud sapling blooming along Tranquility Court in the Franklin Farm section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
