Royal Purple Smokebush
Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'
koh-TY-nus
Shrubs: Ornamental Shrub
Zone
4: -30° to -20°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Purple
Fall Foliage
Purple
Flower Color
Pink
Blooming Time
Early Summer - Early Summer
Habit
Broad Rounded
Height
10–20 ft
Spread
10–20 ft
Form
Plume
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Birds
Uses/Placement
Hedge
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Soil PH
Slightly Alkaline: 7.0-7.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly alkaline soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Trademarked cultivar
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division
