The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Hearts of Gold eastern redbud

Family: Fabaceae (pea family)

Distribution: Species native from e. United States to Mexico

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Deciduous tree

Plant Patent Info.: PP17,740; 15 May, 2007

Comments: A beautiful and vigorously growing selection of a small, deciduous, understory tree native in our area. It grows about 20' tall and wide in an upright, arching habit. In early spring, usually mid to late April, it has small, pinkish lavender, pea-like flowers. The large, golden yellow heart-shaped summer leaves are outstanding in the landscape. New spring growth is orange-red contrasting wonderfully with the older. Mixes well in shrub borders or along wood edge.