Cercis canadensis Silver Lining - Eastern Redbud

New to cultivation, the Cercis canadensis 'Silver Lining' is the first Judas tree with variegated foliage.

This new variety appears as one of the few bushes with white variegation that only grows in the sun. Not very floriferous, it produces clusters of very intense violet flowers in spring. The main attraction of this bush is its sumptuous variegated white foliage. Very graphic, its pure white variegation is marginate and evenly distributed around the edges of the leaves.

A slow-growing bush, the Cercis canadensis 'Silver Lining' reaches a height of 2m (6 ft 7 in) or even 2.50m. It likes a protected and sunny aspect. Hardy, it appreciates rich and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated on a terrace or in a bed in warmer climates, associated in contrast with the dark leaves of the Albizia 'Summer Chocolate' in mild regions or associated with the Black Lace Elderberry in colder regions.