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Cercis
Hearts of Gold

Hearts of Gold is a tree-like Cercis, covered in purple-red flowers in spring followed by yellow-green leaves.
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Growing


Cercis
Hearts of Gold
Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowers
Attractive foliage
Autumn foliage colour
Variegated foliage
Summer foliage colour
Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
SunlightPrefers full sun
Tolerates shade
PruningPrune after flowering
Site conditionsFree-draining site
Occasional drought
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Identification


Cercis
Hearts of Gold
Flower colourCrimson
Purple
Mauve
Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
Flowering monthMay
Leaf colourYellow-green
Leaf colour - autumnYellow
Leaf/Flower sequenceFlowers appear first
Country of originUnited States
Annual cycleDeciduous
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