Cercis Flame Thrower
The Cercis Flame Thrower®, a 2020 People's Choice Best in Show winner, is celebrated for its striking, multicolored foliage rather than just its bloom cycle. This Redbud features stunning early spring flowers in slightly sweet-scented pink clusters. Its unique leaves emerge burgundy and transition through chartreuse, yellow, and green as the season progresses, often displaying multiple shades on a single branch simultaneously. Developed by JC Raulston Arboretum and NC State University, this variety exhibits a semi-weeping habit and grows at a moderate rate. It is considered easy to grow, requiring little maintenance and minimal pruning in late winter or early spring.
$83.95
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
1342
/ 1377
#1342 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-22%
Below average
SKU
27751
Who it's for
- Dynamic Seasonal Foliage
- Early Spring Bloom
- Manageable Landscape Size
Who should skip it
- Sun Scorch Potential
- Premium Pricing and Availability
- Slower Growth Rate
Key Specs
SKU
27751
Genus
Cercis
Species
canadensis
Variety
'NC2016-2'
Item Form
2-Gallon
Mature Height
15 Feet
Mature Width
15 Feet
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Features
- Unique multicolored foliage that changes color throughout the season
- Stunning early spring bloom of pink flower clusters
- Semi-weeping growth habit
- Award-winning variety (People's Choice Best in Show, 2019 Farwest Show)
- Attracts butterflies
- Easy to grow with low maintenance requirements
- Developed by JC Raulston Arboretum and NC State University
What customers say
Customers are overwhelmingly drawn to the spectacular design of the 'Flame Thrower' redbud, specifically its vibrant, multicolored foliage that shifts throughout the season. This unique aesthetic is highly praised. However, a consistent theme relates to the quality of the plant material received. Many reviewers note disappointment regarding the small size or initial health upon delivery, impacting the perceived value. Successful establishment often requires careful attention, suggesting reliability is tied closely to the initial quality of the shipped specimen.
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