The Velvet Fog
Cotinus coggygria 'The Velvet Fog'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 5-8'x 6' |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown level with soil |
| Chilling hours | 800 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Adaptable, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green |
| Bloom | Pinkish-red smoke-like plumes |
| Fruit | Drupe |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings in summer |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Prune winter/early spring
Maintenance
Requires little pruning unless shaping is desired.
Cleanup
Remove dead wood
Notes
Known for its large, fluffy seed clusters that resemble smoke.