Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' Fruit Although the white flowers are

Although the white flowers are very small

yellow/gold

cathedrals

smaller and slower growing than the species with a handsome

especially variegated types like 'Aureus' with golden-yellow leaves and a broad dark-green margin

Cercis canadensis 'Merlot' Fruit Although the white flowers areFollowing its gorgeous display of deep pink, pea like flowers on bare stems in spring, 'Merlot's young leaves unfold deep reddish purple, turning mid green in summer, then brilliant shades of orange, bronze and red purple in autumn. Considered more drought and heat tolerant than 'Forest Pansy'. Up to 4m tall. Good on all well drained soils in full sun. H5