Prized for its colourful foliage, Cercis canadensis Flame Thrower (Eastern Redbud) is a fairly small deciduous tree with multiple seasons of interest. A profusion of pea-like dark pink flowers held in clusters cover the bare branches in the spring, before the foliage emerges, creating a most dramatic display. The foliage of heart-shaped, glossy red leaves gradually turns to beautiful shades of orange, yellow, and green as it ages. The impressive colour mix is persistant from spring through fall, often showing four to five different shades on a single branch. As the leaves drop, they reveal the pleasing silhouette of this eastern redbud.