Cercis canadensis Flame Thrower®

Flame Thrower® Eastern Redbud

  • Foliage starts burgundy red
  • Foliage ages to bright yellow and green
  • Developed by JC Arboretum at NC State University
  • The color lasts through the season with many shades possible on a single branch

This Cercis has pink flowers that are followed by unique foliage, emerging burgundy-red, followed by bright yellow and green as it ages. The color display is persistent throughout the season, often showing four to five different shades on a single branch. Developed by the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University. 

Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Great Foliage
Foliage Color
• Green
• Multi-Color
• Purple
• Red
Maintenance and Care
• Low Maintenance
Attracts Wildlife
• Supports Bees
Flower Color
• Pink
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Early Spring
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Round
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cercis canadensis Flame Thrower®

Thrives in full sun.  Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune in late winter to remove broken or crossing branches.