{"product_id":"cercis-canadensis-flame-thower®","title":"Cercis canadensis - Flame Thower®","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedbud - Flame Thower®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCercis canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e 'NC2016-2' PP #31,260\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e🔥\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFiery flaming foliage!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e🔥\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely spectacular! A gorgeous, glowing, graduated blend of rich burgundy-red, gold, and green foliage sparkles from spring through fall on these incredible, compact native trees. Red-purple early spring blooms appear on bare branches; later fall foliage color varies from bright to pale gold; winter features their unique zig-zag branches. \u003c\/span\u003eThese wonderful trees are perfect showstoppers for smaller landscapes!\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA stunning selection from our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWNC native\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e species by Dennis Werner at NC State University, they are sturdy little trees, and can be planted near Black Walnuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant them near your mailbox, front door, or patio where they can be fully enjoyed. 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Redbuds are also butterfly host plants in NC for Henry's Elfin (Callophrys henrici) and the lovely Spicebush Swallowtail (Pterourus troilus - pictured); and butterfly nectar plants for the elusive but wonderful Zebra Swallowtail (Eurytides marcellus), Henry's Elfin (Callophrys henrici), and Juvenal's Duskywing (Erynnis juvenalis). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🐝\u003cstrong\u003eHelp the Bees\u003c\/strong\u003e: bees are attracted to the nutritious nectar and pollen. Native leafcutter bees use the leaves for building their nests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏆\u003cstrong\u003eAward winning\u003c\/strong\u003e! 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Pour the steeped tea through a strainer into a pitcher. Add lemon juice and sweetener of choice, stir to blend, and enjoy! The used blooms can be composted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbud trees are best planted in one location and left there, it's best to plan carefully and ensure sunny conditions prior to planting. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reems Creek Nursery","offers":[{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":49073885380859,"sku":"13944","price":192.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/4868\/4539\/files\/Cercis_can_Flamethrower.2_copysm.jpg?v=1784135246","url":"https:\/\/reems-creek-nursery.myshopify.com\/products\/cercis-canadensis-flame-thower%c2%ae","provider":"Reems Creek Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}