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Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'

Royal Purple Smokebush

Plant photo of: Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
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Information by:         Photographer: Don Syrek

 

Description

Royal Purple Smokebrush is a large shrub or small tree with handsome, oval purple leaves all summer which turn scarlet color in the fall. Silvery-purple clouds of seed heads appear in fall. This striking shrub prefers full sun and low amount of watering once it's established. Prune in winter to shape. This shrub reaches 15' tall and 10' wide.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Purple

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.