Cotinus coggygria 'Dusky Maiden'

A compact, deciduous shrub renowned for its stunning deep purple to burgundy foliage and dramatic seasonal color changes. This smoke bush features unique wavy-margined leaves and characteristic fluffy pink flower plumes, creating exceptional ornamental value throughout the year.

Key Features:

• Rich deep purple to burgundy foliage with unique wavy margins
• Spectacular autumn color transition to bright orange-red hues
• Pink to purple-pink fluffy 'smoke-like' flower plumes in summer
• Silvery-grey, wispy seedheads following flowering
• Dense, bushy, well-branched habit that resists becoming leggy
• Compact growth ideal for smaller gardens and containers

Growing Conditions:

• Prefers full sun to partial shade
• Well-drained, fertile soil required
• Hardy to approximately -25°C
• Drought tolerant once established

Uses:

• Landscape focal point with vivid seasonal color
• Shrub borders and mixed plantings
• Container growing for patios
• Hedging option
• Colorful feature plant

Maintenance: Responds well to pruning to maintain compact shape and encourage vibrant foliage color and flower display.

Dimensions: Approximately 1.5-2.5m height x 1-1.5m width