Royal Purple Smokebush

Royal Purple Smokebush (Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple')Royal Purple Smokebush (Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple') is a bold deciduous shrub known for its rich, wine-colored foliage and dramatic, plume-like flower clusters that resemble puffs of smoke. With its deep purple tones and striking texture, this cultivar adds year-round contrast and structure to the garden.Distinctive Features'Royal Purple' is celebrated for its dark maroon foliage, which emerges vibrant in spring and deepens to a nearly black-purple by summer. In early summer, it produces airy, purplish-pink panicles that float above the foliage, creating a soft, smoky effect. In fall, the leaves turn shades of orange, red, and scarlet, enhancing seasonal interest. Its upright, open habit matures at 10 to 15 feet tall and wide, making it suitable as a large shrub or small specimen tree.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun for best color and flowering Soil: Well-drained; tolerates clay, loam, or rocky soils...