Cotinus coggygria 'Purpureus'

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Purple Smoke Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany, Connon N.

Description

A deciduous shrub or small tree that grows up to 10' tall, the purpureus is grown for its wispy, thread-like flower clusters and outstanding fall color. Its foliage has a redish purple color that turns somewhat green in summer. The plant requires sun to part shade, with little or no summer water. -Monterey Bay Nursery

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Purple

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust the water pressure of you irrigation system.

Spray sprinklers work best at 30 pounds per square inch (psi), and gear and impact rotor sprinklers at 40-60 psi.