Cotinus x 'Grace'

Common Name:
Smoke Bush 'Grace'

Description:
Cotinus x 'Grace' is a stunning deciduous shrub or small tree known for its dramatic foliage and spectacular seasonal colour changes. Emerging in spring as rich wine-red to bronze, the large, rounded leaves deepen to purplish-green in summer before transforming into fiery shades of orange, red, and purple in autumn. In early summer, 'Grace' produces billowy, pinkish-purple flower plumes that create a smoky haze effect, giving the plant its common name, Smoke Bush. This hardy and drought-tolerant variety thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is perfect for feature planting, mixed borders, and informal screening. Regular pruning can enhance its shape and foliage colour.

Form:

• Shrub - Large
• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 3–5m
• Width: 2–4m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Early Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pinkish-Purple

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots (When Young)
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Perennial
• Frost Tolerant
• Autumn Foliage Interest
• Architectural Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Salvia
• Sedum (Stonecrop)
• Perovskia (Russian Sage)
• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grasses)
• Echinacea (Coneflower)

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Cotinus x 'Grace'