Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis ‘JN2’ The Rising Sun™
Small but magnificent, the Eastern Redbud may be one of our most stunning native flowering trees. In addition to its beloved purple spring blooms, the emerging foliage of this selection brings to mind the colors of a sunrise. New leaves are bright shades of peach, apricot, and gold before maturing to green.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade
Size: 8′ – 12′ tall, 8′ – 12′ spread
Zone: 4 – 8
Wildlife Value: Flowers provide early season nectar and pollen
