Smokebush 'Golden Spirit'

Common Name: Smokebush, Golden Spirit

Scientific Name: Cotinus coggygria 'Ancot'

Zone: 4-8

Blossom Colour: Pinkish-purple (smoky, plume-like panicles)

Flowering Type: Airy, smoke-like flower clusters in late spring to early summer

Summer Colour: Bright golden-yellow foliage

Fall Colour: Shades of orange, coral, and red

Mature Height (ft): 6-8

Mature Spread (ft): 5-6

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shrub

Watering: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and tolerates dry conditions once established

Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage growth and vibrant foliage