Deciduous small spreading tree with rounded crown (5m x 4m) from North America. Heart shaped leaves with purplish new growth; turning orange and gold in autumn. Flowers pink-red pea shaped before foliage in spring followed by reddish brown pods in summer. Useful for a feature, shade or understorey for taller trees. Prefers protection from wind. Frost tolerant.
- Type
- Exotic
- Maintenance
- Medium
- Water use
- Moderate
- Tolerances
- Frost, Fire
- Shade levels
- Sun/shade
- Colours
- Green, Purple