COTINUS coggygria Flamissimo
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COTINUS coggygria Flamissimo
Commonly known as Smoke bush, Venetian sumach, Wig tree
(syn. 'Mincofla20'PBR). Purple-green leaves changing to spectacular autumn hues of orange, red and yellow. Compact, neat growth habit.
£16.50
Large
£45.00
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 -
DeciduousRounded to oval leaves to 10cm (4in) long, green with purple tints when young turning yellow and orange in autumn
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Panicles
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Orbicular
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, bushy shrub. Produces pink flower plumes in summer
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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.
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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.
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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
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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