Smoke Bush | Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
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Smoke Bush
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
- A large deciduous shrub with a bushy growth habit
- Deep purple leaves which mature to red-purple in autumn, with large feathery clusters of pink flowers that look like wisps of smoke
- Plant in full sun or partial shade in a mixed border
- Grows to around 5m tall if not pruned
- A low maintenance architectural perennial plant with excellent pest and disease resistance
- Winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Smoke Bush can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' typically reaches a height and spread of 3 to 5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Smoke Bush prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Smoke Bush prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Smoke Bush requires moderate watering, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water per week during dry spells.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Smoke Bush requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
Smoke Bush is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H5, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C.
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Meet Cameron
Putting shrubs in the starlight (and boy do they shine…)
Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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