Cotinus 'Royal Purple' (Smoke Bush) 3 gallon berries Tolerant of lean

Tolerant of lean

but are still loved for their spring color

Tolerates infertile

Easily maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning

It's excellent for small plots and containers or as a ground cover

Cotinus 'Royal Purple' (Smoke Bush) 3 gallon berries Tolerant of leanDramatic, 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 its color all summer, then turns scarlet red in autumn. Deciduous. Light Needs: Full sun Water Needs: Once established, water deeply, occasionally; more in extreme heat. Moderate growing; reaches 15 ft. tall, 10 to 12 ft. wide.