Our Cotinus Ruby Glow, commonly known as Smoke Bush, is a vibrant variety of deciduous shrub. The foliage of the plant bears a deep red colour and maintains that from Spring through to Autumn. Due to its deciduous nature, the leaves will fall for Winter and reappear the following Spring. In mid-Summer, fluffy pink flowers will bloom to create a stunning display of colour for any spot of your garden. Growing to an ultimate height and spread of 1.8m, this variety will be a great addition to any summer bedding, border, pots, containers and more. They are easy to care for plants that prefer to grow in full sunlight. Most soil types will be tolerated, although fertile, moist and well-drained is recommended. Water regularly as they establish themselves in the first year. 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. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Characteristics: Deciduous shrub with vibrant features throughout. The deep red leaves are joined by an abundance of fluffy pink flowers that bloom from mid-Summer. This compact plant will create an eye-catching display before losing its leaves in Autumn and returning the following Spring. Growth and Spread: Ultimate height and spread of 1.8m. Care and Maintenance: Cotinus prefer to grow in full sun, with the soil they are planted in being fertile, moist and well-drained, although they will tolerate most soil types. Keep the plant well watered as it establishes in the first year. Period of Interest: Deep red foliage appears in Spring right through to Autumn. This cycle will repeat yearly. The plants gorgeous pink flowers will bloom in mid-Summer - July to August.
