Cercis Hearts of Gold

Hearts Of Gold Redbud

A distinctive ornamental redbud celebrated for its bright golden-yellow foliage that emerges after a spring display of rose-pink flowers along bare branches. Leaves mature to chartreuse and light green through summer, then turn yellow in fall, creating a long season of color. ‘Hearts of Gold’ combines classic redbud form with exceptional foliage contrast, making it a standout specimen.

Size: 20–25 ft wide × 20–25 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 maintain foliage color in hotter regions



Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral



Drainage: Important; avoid poorly drained or waterlogged soils



Spacing: Allow room for full canopy development and good air circulation



Notes:



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



Outstanding golden foliage color from spring through summer



Excellent specimen tree for lawns, courtyards, and mixed borders



Strong early-season pollinator value



Minimal pruning required beyond structural training

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

20-25'

Width

20-25'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green, Orange, Yellow

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees butterflies birds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No