Rising Sun Redbud
Plant Bio:
The rising sun redbud is an ideal specimen or accent plant. Abundant pea-like rosy-lavender flowers appear in early spring before the foliage. Heart-shaped deep apricot leaves appear and mature though shades of orange, gold, and yellow with all colors present at once. The foliage turns a shade of lime green in the summer heat.
Watering Requirements
Regularly – weekly, or more often in extreme heat. At least 1” per week.
Feeding Requirements
Twice a year with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Apply in late spring after the last frost and again in mid-summer.
Pruning Time & Tips
Annually in late winter or very early spring. Prune to maintain shape and remove any crossing limbs.
Common Pests & Diseases
Dieback/Canker, Leaf Spots, Verticillium Wilt, Tree Hoppers, Scale and Spider Mites.
Maturity
8-12’ x 8-12’
Troubleshooting:
If you suspect your redbud is suffering from Cankers, prune out and destroy dead and infested areas. Be sure to make pruning cuts at least 3-4” below the canker into the healthy wood and after every cut sanitize the pruning tools.
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