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    COTINUS coggygria 'Flame'
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    COTINUS coggygria 'Flame'

    Commonly known as Smoke bush, Venetian sumach, Wig tree

     AWARD
    Large green leaves which turn brilliant orange-red
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available late spring to early summer 2026
    £16.50 each 
    Available late spring to early summer 2026 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Susceptible to Verticillium wilt.
    • Place of origin
      Southern Europe to central China
    • Deciduous
      Oval, light green leaves to 10cm (4in) long, turning brilliant orange-red in autumn.
    • Panicles
      Inconspicuous flowers in filamentous panicles to 15cm (6in) long
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Height
      6m (20ft)
    • Spread
      5m (16ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Vigorous, bushy shrub or small tree.
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Pruning group 4
      Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
      Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
      When: Annually in early Spring.

      For larger leaves
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
    • Mature Size
      6m (20ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        5m (16ft)
       
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    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
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