Product description
Also known as the ‘smoke bush’, the Cotinus showcases an impressive display of fluffy and soft pastel pink flowers that resemble delicate, wispy cotton candy clusters. You will be able to enjoy these stunning blooms from mid-summer until Autumn - at which point this gorgeous plant’s foliage will begin to change its colouring to rich scarlets, vibrant oranges and deep purples.
This unique colour-changing quality introduces a distinctive and eye-catching landscape to your gardening. With the low maintenance the plant requires, it’s an attractive choice for your shrub border or a bold backdrop for your other plants.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Smoke Bush
Cotinus 'Candy Floss'
Cotinus 'Candy Floss'
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Product description
Also known as the ‘smoke bush’, the Cotinus showcases an impressive display of fluffy and soft pastel pink flowers that resemble delicate, wispy cotton candy clusters. You will be able to enjoy these stunning blooms from mid-summer until Autumn - at which point this gorgeous plant’s foliage will begin to change its colouring to rich scarlets, vibrant oranges and deep purples.
This unique colour-changing quality introduces a distinctive and eye-catching landscape to your gardening. With the low maintenance the plant requires, it’s an attractive choice for your shrub border or a bold backdrop for your other plants.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong the flowering period.
How to Water
Water regularly for the first 2 years. Cotinus plants are drought tolerant once established and only need to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Cotinus tolerates partial shade but flourishes best when exposed to full sun. It prefers moist but well-draining soil and benefits from adding organic matter into the soil before planting. Dig a hole around twice as wide as the root ball. Position the plant so the top of the root ball is at soil level then backfill with soil and compost, gently firm down, and water in well.
