Cotinus coggygria Velvet Cloak (Smoke Bush)
Grown for foliage that emerges maroon red, then becomes a deeper shade of red-purple, before turning carmine red in the fall. In summer, large purplish-pink feathery plumes appear and gives the shrub a ‘smoky’ appearance. Upright loose habit. Moderate growth rate.
Blooms mid to late spring
10-15 ft tall x 15-20 ft spread
HARDY to -20°F (-28.9°C)
Deer and rabbit resistant
Attracts butterflies
Drought tolerant
| Zone | Zone 5 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Moderate Moisture |
