Cotinus coggygria

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Smoketree, Wigtree

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

A deciduous shrub or small tree that grows up to around 10' tall, this plant is grown for its wispy, thread-like flower clusters and outstanding fall color. The plant requires sun to part shade.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.