Cercis canadensis 'Silver Cloud'

'Silver Cloud' Redbud

A striking variegated redbud prized for its green leaves edged and marbled with creamy white, creating bright contrast throughout the growing season. In early spring, rose-pink flowers line bare branches before leaf-out. Foliage remains showy through summer, then turns soft yellow in fall. ‘Silver Cloud’ adds light and texture to landscapes and works especially well as a focal specimen.

Size: 20–30 ft wide × 20–30 ft tall

Zones: 5a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to loam and clay
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Suitable Conditions:



Climate: Performs well in temperate climates



Exposure: Morning sun with afternoon shade helps prevent leaf scorch and preserves variegation



Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral



Drainage: Important; avoid poorly drained or waterlogged soils



Spacing: Allow room for full canopy spread and air circulation



Notes:



Shape: Upright to spreading with a rounded crown; often multi-stemmed



Variegation is most pronounced in good light



Excellent specimen tree for lawns, courtyards, and mixed borders



Provides early-season nectar for pollinators



Minimal pruning required beyond structural training

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

20-30'

Width

20-30'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Dark Spring Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Clay, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation

Shape

Rounded, Upright, Vase Shaped

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No