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Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'

Common name: Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple'

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Description

Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple' is a deciduous shrub admired for its striking deep purple foliage which holds its colour through the growing season. It produces fluffy, smoke-like flower panicles that add an ethereal presence to the garden.

Preferring full sun to part shade, it performs best in well-drained soil and can be an eye-catching specimen in shrub borders or mixed plantings. It requires minimal maintenance once established.

Plant information

Genus Cotinus
Species coggygria
Cultivar Royal Purple
Plant type Shrub
Foliage Deciduous
Height 3-4 m
Spread 3-4 m
Growth rate Moderate
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Toxicity (Guide Only) Safe
Last listed 2026-06-23

Position

Full SunPart Shade

Flower colour

Pink

Flowering months

JunJulAug

Season of interest

SummerAutumn

Features

Bee FriendlyButterfly FriendlyPollinator FriendlyDrought TolerantSuitable for PotsLow MaintenanceAutumn Colour

Soil

ChalkSandLoamWell DrainedNeutral

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