Smokebush

Cotinus coggygria 'Black Velvet' Anacardiaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Zucker Shrub Collection

Source of plant

Arborvillage Farm Nursery

Description

Plants have a good growth habit, exceptionally dark purple leaves, and heavy flower production. Discovered by Steve Campbell in a block of purple-leaved seedlings.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

leaf color