The Rising Sun? Eastern Redbud Tree - Cercis canadensis 'The Rising Sun'

The Rising Sun™ Eastern Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis 'The Rising Sun')

Transform your landscape with this stunning deciduous tree, celebrated for its remarkable foliage and early spring color display. The Rising Sun™ Eastern Redbud delivers vibrant magenta flowers followed by striking golden-green leaves that shift through peachy tones before turning brilliant orange in fall. When you buy The Rising Sun™ Eastern Redbud online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a hardy, beautiful specimen that thrives in diverse climates and attracts pollinators all season long.

Landscaping Uses

This ornamental tree works beautifully as a focal point in foundation plantings, along property lines, or as a standalone specimen in residential landscapes. Plant it 6 to 8 feet away from buildings and 3 feet from fences to allow room for growth. It pairs well with shade-tolerant understory plants and serves as an excellent backdrop for spring bulbs and flowering perennials. The graceful branching structure and layered canopy make it equally stunning when viewed from a distance or up close.

Specifications

Height: 20–30 feet
Width: 25–35 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining, adaptable to various soil types
USDA Zones: 4–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Abundant magenta pea-like flowers blanket branches in early spring before foliage emerges
• Exceptional golden-yellow foliage matures to warm peach and deep orange autumn colors
• Compact, symmetrical form with naturally attractive branching structure requires minimal pruning
• Naturally attracts birds, butterflies, and other beneficial wildlife while resisting heat, drought, and cold stress

Planting & Care

Choose a location with well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade exposure. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and equally deep, then loosen the outer roots before planting. Backfill with removed soil, water thoroughly with approximately 15 gallons, and apply 3–4 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it 4 inches away from the trunk. During the first year, water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture without waterlogging. Once established, your Rising Sun™ Eastern Redbud requires minimal maintenance and will reward you with years of stunning seasonal interest.