Cotinus coggygria |
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Smoketree, Wigtree |
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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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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
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Lawn, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.