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Growing Zones
The Rising Sun® Redbud lights up the landscape with heart-shaped leaves that shift from apricot and tangerine to chartreuse and soft lime as the season unfolds. In early spring, rosy-pink blossoms cloak bare branches, announcing the season in style on a compact, rounded frame.
Sized for today’s yards, it tops out around 8–12 feet with a similar spread—perfect for front-yard focal points, patio edges, or a welcoming pop of color near the entry. Heat tolerant, remarkably showy, and easy to grow, it delivers multi-season interest with minimal fuss.
The Rising Sun® Redbud Care
Plant in full sun to part shade. Aim for 6 or more hours of direct morning sun, with afternoon shade in hotter climates (Zones 8–9). Provide well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (about 6.0–7.5); avoid consistently wet sites.
Water deeply the first two years—about 1 inch per week, or when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry—then water during extended dry spells. Apply a 2–3 inch mulch ring, keeping mulch a few inches off the trunk to protect the crown and conserve moisture.
Feed in early spring with a slow-release, balanced shrub/tree fertilizer per label directions. Prune after flowering or in late winter to remove dead or crossing wood; redbuds bloom on old wood, so avoid heavy spring cuts before bloom. Hardy in Zones 5–9; in colder Zone 5 exposures, a wind-sheltered site reduces winter tip dieback. Often grafted—remove any shoots arising from below the graft.
The Rising Sun® Redbud Spacing
For a specimen, allow 10–12 feet from walls, driveways, and other trees to accommodate an 8–12 ft H × 8–10 ft W canopy. For a small grove or informal screen, plant 8–10 feet on center. Keep 4–6 feet back from sidewalks for comfortable branch clearance.
Container growing is best as a short-term showcase: start with a 20–24 inch diameter pot (16–18 inches deep) with drainage; upsize as needed and transplant to the landscape within 2–3 years. Stake only in windy sites, and remove stakes within one year.
Why Grow The Rising Sun® Redbud?
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Four-season appeal: pink spring flowers, fiery new growth, lush summer canopy, and warm autumn tones
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Compact size fits small gardens, courtyards, and foundation beds without overpowering the space
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Low-maintenance routine with straightforward watering, yearly feeding, and light, well-timed pruning
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Pollinator-friendly spring nectar on a tough, landscape-ready ornamental
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Uniform performance on grafted plants; easy to maintain by removing suckers below the graft
Add a compact showstopper with big personality. The Rising Sun® Redbud turns ordinary spaces into vibrant focal points—plant one and enjoy a changing color show from the first warm days of spring through fall.
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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