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Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' 2L Pot Smoke Tree 'Royal Purple'
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Key Features
AVERAGE GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (Pink)
COLOURFUL FOLIAGE
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Description
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' is more commonly known as a Smoke Bush. It is a large deciduous shrub with distinctive, rounded, deep-purple leaves that in autumn become a vivid red. In summer, it is awash with fluffy plumes of pink-purple flowers that resemble a pink smoky haze which is where the name derives from.
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' is a colourful bushy shrub, that offers a striking contrast against other garden plants in beds or borders but also shines as a standalone specimen with its deep and vibrant colour. It will grow to an average height and spread after 10 years of 4m x 4m but is easy to keep to a more compact shape.
Plant your Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' in well-drained soil in full sun to achieve the most intense colour. Mulch around the base of the plant during the growing season to preserve soil moisture. A hard prune in late winter will encourage new growth and good leaf colouration, otherwise simply trim out any diseased or crossing shoots.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly
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Pruning Advice
Trim back crossing, diseased or damaged stems in the dormant season in late winter / early spring. Cotinus coggygria ‘Royal Purple’ will also stand a hard prune in order to restore a good shape and revive the plant.
Hard pruning will encourage new shoots and more vibrant leaf colouration, however after a hard cut back, flowers may not be as prolific the following season.