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'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) - purple-foliaged shrub - 12 cm pot - Height 35 cm

'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) - purple-foliaged shrub - 12 cm pot - Height 35 cm

Purple foliage, flowering

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Diamètre : 12 cm · Hauteur : 35 cm
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Smoke tree: the purple plume that enlivens the garden from spring to autumn

The Smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is one of the most striking ornamental shrubs for the garden: its intense purple foliage, its airy flower panicles and its flamboyant autumn colours make it an excellent choice for masses, borders and large patio containers.

  • Flowers: light, fluffy, pink-purple panicles that envelop the shrub in an airy cloud from June to August, creating an unforgettable "smoke" effect
  • Foliage: deciduous, oval, deep purple from spring to autumn, turning red-orange and vermilion as frosts approach
  • Exposure: full sun is essential to reveal the full richness of the foliage's colour and ensure abundant flowering
  • Hardiness: robust and hardy, it withstands harsh winters without special protection in most of France
  • Uses: as a featured specimen, in an informal free-form hedge, in a large sunny patio or balcony container, or planted with golden or silver perennials
  • Packaging: depending on the batch selected, 12 cm pot, 35 cm tall, ready to plant upon delivery

Coming directly from our partner growers, your Smoke tree arrives vigorous and healthy: plant it in its first season and enjoy a colourful display from the following summer.

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'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) - purple-foliaged shrub - 12 cm pot - Height 35 cm

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'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria)

Exposition
Sun
Eau
Weak
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Non-toxic
Rusticité
Down to -20°C
Hauteur à maturité
1.2 to 1.5 meters
Sol
Ordinary, drained, dry, limestone
Rempotage
In a pot: every 2–3 years in spring
Fertilisation
Low fertilizer: slow release in spring for potted plants
Distance de plantation
About 1 meter
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Tempered
Nom latin
Cotinus coggygria 'Lilla'
Noms communs
Wig stand, Fustet
Famille botanique
Anacardiaceae
Origine
Southern Europe to Central China
Port
Compact
Forme du feuillage
Rounded
Couleur du feuillage
Bordeaux purple, orangey-red in autumn
Couleur de floraison
Rose Bordeaux
Mois de floraison
June to August
Feuillage
Null and void
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
No
Usage
Solid, isolated, free-standing hedge
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About 'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) - purple-foliaged shrub - 12 cm pot - Height 35 cm

Is the ponytail palm suitable for alkaline or poor soil?

Yes, the smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is one of the few ornamental shrubs to thrive in calcareous, stony, or very poor soils, provided they are well drained. This tolerance of poor soils makes it an ideal choice for Mediterranean gardens, embankments, or difficult sites. It even tolerates highly free-draining substrates such as gravel mixtures. However, it dislikes heavy, clayey, and constantly wet soils, which promote root suffocation and fungal diseases.

When and how to prune the Pagoda tree?

The pruning of the smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) depends on the desired effect. To encourage abundant, airy flowering, simply remove deadwood and lightly thin out the main branches in spring, just before the buds burst. If you prefer large, highly colourful foliage and vigorous stems, severe pruning (cutting it back to the ground) every 2 to 3 years is possible, but this largely sacrifices that year's flowering. Avoid pruning in autumn, as fresh cuts leave the shrub vulnerable to winter frosts.

Is the ponytail palm truly hardy, and can it withstand frost?

The smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is a fully hardy shrub, capable of withstanding temperatures down to -20°C when planted in the ground, making it suitable for the entire French territory, including continental and mountainous regions. Its deciduous nature allows it to get through the winter without water stress, as the foliage naturally falls in autumn after a final burst of red and orange colour.

How to plant a ponytail palm in a pot or on a terrace?

The smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) grows very well in a large pot or patio planter, provided you choose a container at least 40 to 50 cm in diameter to give it enough root space. Use a well-draining mix of potting soil and gravel or perlite (20 to 30%), and make sure the pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging. In a pot, watering is more frequent than when planted in the ground, especially in summer: regularly check the moisture of the growing medium by inserting your finger 3 to 4 cm deep.

What are some successful plant combinations with the ponytail palm in the garden?

The smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) and its deep purple foliage pair beautifully with plants in contrasting or complementary colors. Combine it with grasses such as golden-hued Miscanthus or silvery perennials like Stachys byzantina for striking contrast. White or cream roses, purple salvias, and lilac-blue agapanthus complement the shrub's autumnal palette perfectly. For a warm-toned border, mix it with golden rudbeckias and sedums.

How fast does the Wig Tree grow, and how tall does it get at maturity?

The smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) has a moderate growth rate, growing approximately 20 to 40 cm per year depending on growing conditions, soil, and climate. At maturity, without restrictive pruning, it commonly reaches 3 to 5 m in height and spread, forming a large, bushy shrub with a rounded, airy silhouette. In a pot, growth is naturally slowed and the adult size limited to 1.5 to 2 m due to root restriction.

Does the bald cypress lose its leaves in winter?

Yes, the smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is a deciduous shrub: it loses all its leaves in autumn, after an exceptional display of colour in which the purple foliage turns to oranges, reds and intense scarlets under the effect of the first cool weather. This leaf drop is a completely natural process and does not mean that the plant is in poor health. The stump remains alive throughout the winter and vigorously restarts in the following spring, producing new bright purple shoots as early as April.

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The essentials about 'Lilla' smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) - purple-foliaged shrub - 12 cm pot - Height 35 cm

Smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria): characteristics and benefits

TheSmoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular ornamental shrubs in the contemporary garden. Its evocative name comes from its airy floral panicles, light as silk, which envelop the shrub in a pink-purple cloud from June to August and persist as feathery plumes long after flowering.

Where to plant the Smoke tree? Exposure and hardiness

The Smoke tree is a quintessential full-sun plant: an open, south- or west-facing position is essential to reveal the full chromatic richness of its purple foliage and ensure abundant flowering. In partial shade, the leaves turn green and flowering becomes sparse. Once established, it tolerates windy conditions and dry soils, making it an ideal shrub for exposed gardens or alkaline soils. Discover our best selections in our range ofornamental trees and shrubs for the garden.

How to care for the Smoke tree?

  • Soil: any well-drained soil is suitable, including alkaline or poor soil; avoid waterlogged clay soils.
  • Watering: regular during the first season for rooting, then very sparingly; in pots, water moderately without allowing water to stagnate.
  • Pruning: remove dead wood in spring; severe pruning every 2 to 3 years stimulates large, colorful foliage but reduces flowering.
  • Exposure: full sun is essential for intense purple foliage and optimal airy flowering.

Smoke tree in the garden: flowering, foliage and associations

From spring to winter, the Smoke tree offers constant ornamental interest. As soon as the purple new leaves emerge in April, they illuminate the bare framework. In June and July, the pink-purple floral panicles create a light misty effect above the foliage, attracting pollinators. This "smoke effect" continues as feathery plumes until September. In autumn, the foliage turns to a palette of reds, oranges, and scarlets before falling, offering one of the most beautiful displays of the cold season. In winter, the branched silhouette creates an elegant graphic structure.

Buy the Smoke tree at Plant and Stories

At Plant and Stories, the Smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) is offered in a 12 cm pot with an initial height of 35 cm, depending on the batch chosen. Each plant is produced and selected directly from our partner growers to guarantee you a healthy, vigorous plant ready to resume growth from the first planting season. Hardy, low-maintenance, and incomparably decorative, it fits as well in a large garden as on a sunny terrace in a large pot. Adopt the Smoke tree now and offer your outdoor space a display of colors from spring to autumn.

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