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American Smoke Bush

Cotinus Obovatus

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Overview

The American Smoke Bush (Cotinus obovatus) is a captivating deciduous shrub, noted for its eye-catching, smoke-like plumes. It reaches heights of 10-15 feet, with a similar spread. Oval foliage transforms from blue-green to vivid fall colors. Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. This low-maintenance native offers dramatic texture and color to any landscape, enchanting both designers and clients. Zones 4-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — It can serve as a focal point in garden designs or as part of a mixed border
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — tree for full or halfAmerican Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — noted for its eye-catchingAmerican Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shadeAmerican Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — the American Smoke Bush is drought tolerant once established and requires little pruningAmerican Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — enchanting both designers and clientsAmerican Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — rounded leaves that emerge in a soft blue-green hue+43

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Anacardiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — It can serve as a focal point in garden designs or as part of a mixed border
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — tree for full or half
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — noted for its eye-catching
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — the American Smoke Bush is drought tolerant once established and requires little pruning
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — enchanting both designers and clients
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — rounded leaves that emerge in a soft blue-green hue
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — green and yellow flowers in the garden
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — It reaches heights of 10-15 feet, with a similar spread
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — the foliage offers a stunning display
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — enriching the biodiversity of the garden space
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — being notably adaptable to different soil types
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — tree with green and yellow blooms
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — ranging in color from pink to purplish-gray
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — The American Smoke Bush (Cotinus obovatus) is a captivating deciduous shrub
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — is an eye-catching deciduous shrub that provides a unique addition to any landscape with its cloud-like
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — feathery inflorescences that resemble billowing smoke
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — This low-maintenance native offers dramatic texture and color to any landscape
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — the plant produces dramatic
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — Relatively low maintenance
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — deep green as they mature
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — Oval foliage transforms from blue-green to vivid fall colors
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — and purplish-pink before dropping
American Smoke Bush (Cotinus Obovatus) — scientifically known as Cotinus obovatus
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