Golden Falls® Redbud Tree

Cercis canadensis ‘NC2015-12’, marketed as Golden Falls®, is a weeping redbud with golden foliage and light purple spring flowers. The cultivar was selected from a cross of ‘Covey’ and ‘Hearts of Gold’; its upright leader is commonly trained on a support, after which lateral growth hangs downward. ## Form and seasonal interest [North Carolina State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/cercis-canadensis-golden-falls-nc2015-12/common-name/golden-falls/) explains that the tree’s height depends on pruning and training, and describes the characteristic gold leaves turning greener as summer heat increases. The [cultivar patent](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP31658P2/en) identifies the denomination ‘NC2015-12’ and confirms the gold foliage and weeping habit. The current 2.5 m height is about 8.2 feet; because the source describes trained height rather than a fixed mature limit, retain the existing approximate point. Its 1 m width is about 3.3 feet and remains within the catalog’s 3–4 foot spread label. ## Siting Choose full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. The NCSU profile lists zones 5a–9b and notes that the plant can be used as a specimen or accent in small spaces. Flowers appear before leaf-out in spring. ## Maintenance Keep the central leader supported during establishment if a taller weeping standard is desired. Water new plantings regularly, then maintain even moisture during extended dry spells; prune selectively to preserve the cascading form.