{"product_id":"redbud-hearts-afire","title":"Redbud, Hearts A'Fire®","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTree Care:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting:\u003cbr\u003eLocation: Select a spot with full sun to partial shade. In hotter southern climates, afternoon shade helps protect the vibrant foliage from scorching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and to the same depth. Ensure the soil is rich, moist, and exceptionally well-draining, as redbuds hate standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatering:\u003cbr\u003eEstablishment: Water newly planted trees deeply 1–2 times a week for the first growing season to build a resilient root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoutine: Once established, they can handle average weather, but give the tree a thorough soaking during prolonged dry summer spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilizing:\u003cbr\u003eTiming: Apply a balanced, slow-release or high-phosphorus fertilizer in early spring before the flower buds open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaution: Avoid heavy nitrogen fertilizers, which push excessive leaf growth at the expense of flower buds and can dull the foliage colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePruning:\u003cbr\u003eTiming: Only prune in late spring or early summer immediately after the tree finishes blooming. Pruning in winter will cut off the dormant flower buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMethod: Minimal pruning is needed. Simply remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain its naturally neat shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePest and Disease Control:\u003cbr\u003eResistance: This cultivar is highly resistant to powdery mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitoring: Watch for leaf spot or cankers. Keep the canopy thin enough for good airflow and clear away fallen leaves to prevent fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter Care:\u003cbr\u003eRoot Protection: Apply a 3-inch layer of wood mulch around the base in late autumn to insulate the roots, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Young trees may experience minor tip-dieback in harsh winters but recover quickly in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Description:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppearance:\u003cbr\u003eFlowers: Erupts in early spring with dense clusters of small, lavender-pink, pea-like blossoms that blanket the bare branches before leaves emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBark: Smooth, dark gray bark that coordinates perfectly with the multi-colored canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage:\u003cbr\u003eColor Explosion: Dramatic heart-shaped leaves emerge in a fiery, shifting blend of burgundy-red, tangerine-orange, and warm gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturation: Leaves mature to a unique dark bronze-green in summer, though new flushes of growth continue to pop with bright color. Turns a clean yellow in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape and Growth:\u003cbr\u003eHabit: A compact, upright, and well-branching deciduous understory tree with a rounded crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Stays beautifully small and manageable, reaching a mature height and spread of just 10–15 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdaptability:\u003cbr\u003eResilience: Highly versatile tree that adapts well to clay, loam, or sandy soils as long as drainage is adequate. It is also tolerant of juglone from nearby black walnut trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandscape Use:\u003cbr\u003ePlacement: The ultimate focal point for small yards, patios, courtyards, or mixed garden borders where space is limited but high visual impact is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Freedom Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"5G","offer_id":52265077145883,"sku":"C00002074","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freedomtreefarms.com\/products\/redbud-hearts-afire","provider":"Freedom Tree Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}