Features:Large heart-shaped leaves emerge bright orange-yellow, mature to chartreuse then green, with long petioles. Produces dense clusters of small, pea-like deep pink flowers along branches in early spring before foliage appears.
Mature Height: 15-25 ft
Mature Width: 20-30 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Striking golden spring foliage,Excellent fire resistance,Heavy flowering display,Heat/drought tolerant
Landscape Uses:Color contrast plantings,Fire-wise landscapes,Mass plantings,Specimen trees
Special Care:Prefers well-drained soil,Tolerates urban conditions,Minimal pruning required
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Early spring,Spring Foliage: Golden orange-yellow,Summer Foliage: Chartreuse,Fall Color: Yellow