Cotinus coggygria Royal Purple 12 Litre Pot

Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple', commonly known as the Royal Purple Smoke Bush, is a striking ornamental shrub or small tree that provides year-round interest in the garden. With its dramatic purple foliage, smoky flower plumes, and stunning autumn color, it adds depth and texture to any landscape. Its low maintenance and drought tolerance make it a popular choice for UK gardeners looking for a bold, versatile plant that’s easy to care for.

• Leaves: The standout feature of Royal Purple is its rich, deep purple to burgundy leaves, which are oval-shaped and about 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) long. This dark foliage remains striking throughout the growing season and adds dramatic color to any landscape. In autumn, the leaves turn shades of fiery red, orange, and yellow, adding another season of interest with vibrant foliage changes.
• Flower Structure: In early summer, Royal Purple produces large, airy clusters of tiny flowers. These clusters, known as panicles, are pale pink to purple in color and give the appearance of a “smoky” haze around the plant when in full bloom. The smoke-like effect is due to the long, wispy flower stalks (pedicels) rather than the flowers themselves. This unique feature is where the plant gets its common name, the Smoke Bush.
• Height and Spread: Cotinus 'Royal Purple' typically grows to a height of 4-5 meters (13-16 feet) with a similar spread. It has an upright, bushy growth habit that makes it ideal for a variety of garden settings.

Royal Purple thrives in well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types, including loam, sandy, or even slightly clay soils. Once established, Royal Purple is fairly drought-tolerant, but it performs best with consistent moisture during dry spells. To maintain its vibrant purple foliage color, Royal Purple requires full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily). In shadier conditions, the leaves may turn greener and lose their intensity.

Cotinus coggygria Royal Purple 12 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.