Carolina Sweetheart® ('NCCC1') Eastern Redbud is an unusual new Cercis, from NCSU in partnership with the North Carolina nurserymen. The heart-shaped leaves emerge in April, in shades of bronzy purple with vivid pink and white margins. The tri-color effect is striking, and since it follows the classic lavender purple flower display, Cercis Carolina Sweetheart® is a dramatic standout in the landscape for a long period. By mid summer the foliage is primarily bronze green, but the new growth continues to be colorful.
Height
30 Feet
Spread
25 Feet
Bloom Color
Lavender/Purple
USDA Hardiness Zone
6
Current Availability
Qty Avail
Description
Comments
Future Crop
Future Crop Ready Date
0
Cercis canadensis Carolina Sweetheart #10 (T.F.) (NATIVE-purple leaf, white margin)
30
late July
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes
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Deer Resistant
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Native
Soil Conditions
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Average
Bloom Time
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Spring
Exposure
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Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
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Sun
Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Pollinators
Tolerance
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Black Walnut Tolerant
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Clay Soil Tolerant
Tree Type
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Ornamental (<30')
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Street
Foliage Color
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Multi-Color
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