Cotinus coggygria Purpureus

Name: Cotinus coggygria Purpureus
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 13338o
Price: 260.65 NZD
Availability: InStock

Purple Smoke Tree, Cotinus Purpureus, Cotinus coggygria Purpureus, Smoke Bush Shrub, Purple Smoke Bush, Cotinus Purple Smoke Bush, Tree Smoke Bush, Purple Leaf Smoke Tree

Cotinus coggygria Purpureus, commonly known as the Purple Smoke Tree, gets its common name from the billowy hairs on spent flower clusters which turn pink-purple in summer and resemble a puff of smoke. The foliage emerges light purple in spring, darkens with age, then develops amber and burgundy tones in autumn before falling as it grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Cotinus coggygria Purpureus is commonly grown as a specimen, trimmed into a hedge, maintained in a courtyard or cottage garden, or planted anywhere the vibrancy and beauty of this plant can be enjoyed.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Purple Smoke Tree, Cotinus Purpureus, Cotinus coggygria Purpureus, Smoke Bush Shrub, Purple Smoke Bush, Cotinus Purple Smoke Bush, Tree Smoke Bush, Purple Leaf Smoke Tree

Cotinus coggygria Purpureus Details

Cotinus coggygria Purpureus is a selection of the commonly known Smoke Tree, and is grown for its foliage and interesting flowers. It gets its common name from the billowy hairs on spent flower clusters which turn pink-purple in summer and resemble a puff of smoke. The foliage emerges light purple in spring, darkens with age, then develops amber and burgundy tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted on a well-drained, sheltered site, in full sun. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and short periods of dry. Cotinus coggygria Purpureus is commonly grown as a specimen, trimmed into a hedge, maintained in a courtyard or cottage garden, or planted anywhere the vibrancy and beauty of this plant can be enjoyed.