While the flowers are not easily seen, the capsule fruits are pink and have an interesting shape. One cultivar is called Redcap, which refers to its red capsule fruits. It works well as a small shade tree in lawns or to shade a patio. Goldenraintree is tolerant of alkaline soil and some drought. Seeds inside are black and about the size of peas.
Flowers are rosy-red, small fruits are an attractive glossy red.
In Colorado State University trials, Centurion has shown good resistance to fireblight. Apricot or Manchurian apricot often are overlooked as landscape trees. Apricot fruits are not dependably produced in our area. Colorado State University research suggests these adapt well to the Front Range. Flowers, in April-May, are light pink to white.