Carolina Sweetheart Redbud
- Bloom Color: Rosy pink to magenta
- Bloom Time: Early spring
- Length of Bloom: 2 to 3 weeks
- Height: 20 to 30 feet
- Spread: 15 to 25 feet
- Light preference: Full sun to partial shade
Carolina Sweetheart Redbud (Cercis canadensis ‘Carolina Sweetheart’) is a striking deciduous ornamental tree prized for both its vibrant spring flowers and uniquely variegated foliage. In early spring, it produces abundant rosy pink to magenta blooms along its branches before the leaves emerge. As the season progresses, its heart-shaped leaves display a mix of white, pink, green, and burgundy tones, creating continuous visual interest. Native to North America, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Growing 20–30 feet tall with a broad, rounded canopy, it makes an excellent specimen tree for adding color and contrast to the landscape.
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