Product description
Cotinus Golden Spirit is an amazing plant, with unusual but bright foliage colours that are sure to decorate any garden. Also known as the Smoketree Golden Spirit or simply the Smoke Bush, this is an upright deciduous shrub that can reach a height and spread of 4 metres when allowed to spread. This outstanding perennial provides a unique contrast for other shrubs, with its golden-yellow leaves that develop shades of orange and red in autumn.
Smoke Bush produces ovate leaves that retain their bright green colour throughout the summer. In autumn these exquisite leaves will display amber or scarlet tones with hues of gold. In spring, the tiny yellowish flowers of Golden Spirit appearing in terminal panicles are very insignificant, if any. This wonderful plant is all about its foliage colours and the smoke-like hazy effect produced by the hairy leaves.
Golden Spirit is an easy to grow shrub that can tolerate most soils. Plant it in average to medium-moisture soil that is well-drained. It prefers full sunlight or partial sun where it can show off its hazy and smoky foliage effects. Provide average to moderate watering and keep the soil moist using a layer of organic mulch until the plant is young.
Once established, Smoke Bush will turn drought tolerant and hardy. It will demand low maintenance including annual pruning in winter, to keep its shape and size as desired.
This award-winning smoke bush makes a remarkable accent plant. Prune it to use it in large containers on the patio. Golden Spirit Smoke tree is perfect for hedging and screening in sunny gardens, where it can proudly display its glorious golden foliage all summer long.
Smoke Bush
Cotinus 'Golden Spirit'
Cotinus 'Golden Spirit'
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Product description
Cotinus Golden Spirit is an amazing plant, with unusual but bright foliage colours that are sure to decorate any garden. Also known as the Smoketree Golden Spirit or simply the Smoke Bush, this is an upright deciduous shrub that can reach a height and spread of 4 metres when allowed to spread. This outstanding perennial provides a unique contrast for other shrubs, with its golden-yellow leaves that develop shades of orange and red in autumn.
Smoke Bush produces ovate leaves that retain their bright green colour throughout the summer. In autumn these exquisite leaves will display amber or scarlet tones with hues of gold. In spring, the tiny yellowish flowers of Golden Spirit appearing in terminal panicles are very insignificant, if any. This wonderful plant is all about its foliage colours and the smoke-like hazy effect produced by the hairy leaves.
Golden Spirit is an easy to grow shrub that can tolerate most soils. Plant it in average to medium-moisture soil that is well-drained. It prefers full sunlight or partial sun where it can show off its hazy and smoky foliage effects. Provide average to moderate watering and keep the soil moist using a layer of organic mulch until the plant is young.
Once established, Smoke Bush will turn drought tolerant and hardy. It will demand low maintenance including annual pruning in winter, to keep its shape and size as desired.
This award-winning smoke bush makes a remarkable accent plant. Prune it to use it in large containers on the patio. Golden Spirit Smoke tree is perfect for hedging and screening in sunny gardens, where it can proudly display its glorious golden foliage all summer long.
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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.
