Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree
Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Native, Flowering, Thornless, Attracts pollinators, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Disease resistant, Fast-growing, Fragrant, Deer-resistant, and Evergreen
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Early Spring
This vibrant beauty will leave you at an absolute loss for words! The Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree (Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold') effortlessly makes gloomy days seem bright and happy!
In the spring, the pea-shaped lavender-pink blooms profusely on bare stems to make a large bouquet of flowers to be enjoyed by family, friends, and even beneficial pollinators. These early blooms support butterflies and beneficial and early-emerging pollinators with critical nectar! Following the long fluorescent lavender flower display, small heart-shaped leaves emerge orange-red and quickly mature to lemon yellow and when fully expanded turn to a bright golden color!
Towards the trunk, the plant displays darker yellow-green leaves but fades into a bright gold coloration that dramatically protrudes making it hard not to notice the magnificent tree. You'll get multiple hues on the tree at the same time for an incredible display!
Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 9, Redbuds are hardy natives here in the US, and Hearts of Gold is a rugged cultivar that keeps their native adaptability! Deer seldom bother these trees and you'll love their disease and pest-resistant.
Landscape Application:
Hearts of Gold Redbud is known to be quite the looker and does especially well as a specimen plant and truly draws everyone and everything to its beauty. Using this tree for hedging is incredibly common with its capability to leave a bright illuminating outline for your garden, sidewalk, or driveway.
This plant will never fail to get the job done in your landscaping, so be sure to do your part by planting this lightning rod in your landscape! Growing 20 - 25 feet in height and spreading 15 - 18 feet wide, these are the perfect-sized trees for yards of all sizes!
A must-have for the front yard, plant yours on a raised berm to highlight their unique foliage coloration and spring floral show!
- Petite Weeping Tree
- Unique Snowy Blooms Cover Bare Branches in Early Spring
- Light Green, Heart-Shaped Leaves All Season
- Modern Cultivar of The Native Tree
- Butterfly Magnet & Winter Interest
- Perfect Focal Point & Eye-Catching Ornamental
- Fits in Small Space Gardens & Can Be Kept in Containers for Years
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Redbuds are adaptable and are generally easy to grow! Plant your tree in a well-drained location with full sun to a touch of partial/afternoon shade if you live in a hotter climate. Provide new trees with regular moisture access and a 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch.
Fertilize each spring with a flowering tree formula. Once established, your tree will only need supplemental moisture during extreme heat and drought conditions. Prune when needed in the spring as soon as the flowers have finished putting on their show.
Redbuds are carefree trees that tolerate a variety of conditions, are seldom bothered by deer, and are very disease and pest-resistant.
- Grows Best in Full Sun or Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Soils
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune Immediately After Flowering
- Widely Adaptable & Easy To Care For
- Deer Don't Prefer the Taste
An ornamental that leaves you speechless! The Hearts of Gold Redbud Trees will leave you speechless, but lucky for you, ordering this tree is only a couple of clicks away from being the game changer your landscaping wants and needs. Order today at NatureHills.com before it's too late!
