Cotinus coggygria Flame Smoke Bush is a stunning medium-sized shrub. The rounded foliage of mid-green is highlighted by feathery plumes of silvery white in summer - changing into flowers described as "puffs of rose-coloured smoke ". The foliage of this spectacular deciduous shrub changes into fabulous shades of bright orange, red and yellow in autumn before falling. This hardy and interesting shrub will provide a colourful backdrop for the whole year.
Soil: Plant in well-drained and worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union and above the soil level. Water in well and keep the soil moist until the tree is established. Fertilise when planting and again after the new growth
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, coastal and drought hardy.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m
Soil: Plant in well-drained and worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union and above the soil level. Water in well and keep the soil moist until the tree is established. Fertilise when planting and again after the new growth
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, coastal and drought hardy.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m