Ace of Hearts Redbud Tree - Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Hearts'

Ace of Hearts Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis 'Ace of Hearts')

The Ace of Hearts Redbud is a space-saving selection of the classic Eastern Redbud, delivering all the seasonal charm in a smaller footprint perfect for modern landscapes. This cultivar showcases rosy-purple spring blooms, striking heart-shaped leaves with a glossy finish, and brilliant golden autumn color that transforms your yard throughout the year. When you buy Ace of Hearts Redbud online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a vigorous, reliably hardy tree that arrives potted and ready to thrive.

Landscaping Uses

This compact tree works beautifully as a focal point in foundation plantings, along property borders, or as a specimen in mixed beds. Its refined size makes it ideal for smaller yards where standard redbuds would overwhelm the space. Plant it where morning sun and afternoon dappled shade create ideal growing conditions, and pair it with shade-tolerant understory plants and groundcovers for a layered garden design.

Specifications

Height: 20–25 feet
Width: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours direct sunlight)
Water: Moderate; weekly during establishment, then rainfall-dependent
Soil: Well-drained
USDA Zones: 4–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Compact size fits seamlessly into residential landscapes without dominating the space
• Stunning multi-season interest with purple spring flowers, distinctive foliage, and golden fall color
• Distinctive heart-shaped leaves with a polished appearance create visual depth and movement
• Hardy and low-maintenance once established, requiring minimal intervention for years of reliable performance

Planting & Care

Choose a location with well-draining soil and at least four hours of sunlight daily. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and equally deep, position your tree, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly to settle roots. Apply 3–4 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the trunk. Water weekly during the first growing season, checking soil moisture 3 inches down to guide your schedule. Once established, fertilize in early spring with a balanced formulation, and prune in early summer after flowering to remove crossing branches and lower limbs, with additional late-winter pruning to eliminate dead wood.