Cotinus ‘Royal Purple’, commonly known as the Smoke Bush, is a spectacular ornamental shrub, supplied as a large established plant approximately 30–50cm tall in a substantial 5 litre pot. With its rich purple foliage and naturally attractive branching habit, it is an excellent choice for adding bold colour, contrast and structure to borders and garden planting.
‘Royal Purple’ is particularly prized for its beautiful deep burgundy-purple foliage, which provides dramatic colour throughout the growing season. During summer, mature plants produce airy clouds of tiny flowers with soft, feathery plumes, creating the distinctive smoke-like effect that gives this popular shrub its name. The foliage can develop even richer red and purple tones as autumn approaches.
Established in a generous 5 litre pot, these are substantial nursery-grown plants with well-developed growth, providing an excellent head start over smaller young shrubs. They are ideal for mixed borders, feature planting and colourful landscaping, where their dark foliage creates a striking contrast against green, silver and flowering plants.
Plant Features:
Supplied approximately 30–50cm tall
Established in a substantial 5 litre pot
Beautiful deep burgundy-purple foliage
Distinctive soft, smoky flower plumes during summer
Excellent colour and contrast throughout the growing season
Naturally attractive branching growth habit
Ideal for mixed borders, feature planting and landscaping
Generous pot size provides an excellent head start
Hardy deciduous shrub
Best grown in sun or partial shade
Please note: Plant height, shape, foliage colour, flowering and fullness will naturally vary depending on the individual plant and time of year. Cotinus ‘Royal Purple’ is deciduous and will naturally lose its leaves during autumn and winter. Flowering is seasonal and plants are not guaranteed to be flowering when supplied. Plants are carefully selected before dispatch to ensure they arrive ready to establish.
