Rosy-pink flowers cling tightly to bare branches in early spring, creating a stunning outline before leaves emerge. The heart-shaped foliage turns a pleasant yellow in autumn, offering multi-season interest on a small, manageable tree.
Size at Maturity
Height 20'- 30' Spread 25'- 35'
Growing Zone
USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8
Lowest Temperatures -30°F to -20°F
Light Requirements
Part shade - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday
Host Plant For
Henry's Elfin butterfly, Eastern Tent Caterpillar, Io Moth
Wildlife Benefits
Native Range
AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV
Special Conditions
Seasons of Interest
How to Plant
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