Hearts of Gold®

Cercis canadensis

While many Cercis varieties have a shrub-like habit, Hearts of Gold is more tree-like, reaching up to around 3m in the longer term on a single stem.

Hearts of Gold features a profusion of small mauve flowers in late spring, borne on naked branches.

The characteristic heart-shaped leaves emerge with orange-red hues, changing to golden-green over the summer, and finally golden-yellow in the autumn.

Hearts of Gold cercis (redbud) trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £98.00

Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Medium size (2.5m-3.5m after 10 years)

Pre-order now for delivery in September 2025

How to grow

Hearts of Gold is noticeably more vigorous than most other forms of Cercis canadensis and should reach 2m-3m within 5 years It also flowers from a younger age than many others.

History

Hearts of Gold was developed at North Carolina State University.

Hearts of Gold characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAttractive foliageAutumn foliage colourVariegated foliageSummer foliage colour
Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
SunlightTolerates shadePrefers full sun
PruningPrune after flowering
Site conditionsOccasional droughtFree-draining site
Flower colourCrimsonPurpleMauve
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

What will it look like?

Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.

This variety description was produced by Orange Pippin staff from first-hand research. Last checked: 2022.

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