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Cotinus
Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous large smooth rounded green leaves appear in spring and summer. Beautiful red-orange autumn colours. Occasionally it has fawn-pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.
Genus
Cotinus
Species
Cultivar
Common name
American Smokewood
Family name
Anacardiaceae
Place of origin
North American
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Prefers a sheltered site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Enthusiast / Magnificent / Sanctuary / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.