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Royal Purple Smoke Tree

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Dramatic, long lasting, pinkish purple, smoke-like airy seed clusters backed by reddish-purple foliage create a prized small tree or large accent shrub. Foliage holds color all summer, then scarlet in autumn. Deciduous.

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja


  • Full Sun

  • Low

  • Height
    10—15 feet

  • Spread
    7—12 feet

Availability: Out of stock



Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

Brand Monrovia
Botanical Name Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Subtype DECIDUOUS SHRUBS/HEDGES
Foliage Color Purple
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Low
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones 4 - 8
Height 10—15 feet
Spread 7—12 feet
Habit Round, Round
Special Uses Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Waterwise
Landscape Uses Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise
Flower Color Purple
Bloom Time Summer

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