Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit' 11L

Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit'

Cotinus 'Golden Spirit' is a deciduous, upright, loose-spreading, multi-stemmed shrub typically grows 6-10’ tall and as wide, however it can be easily kept more compact through annual pruning and can even be kept small enough for patio containers. Flame-coloured buds emerge in spring with a frothy inflorescence of smoke-like panicles in midsummer as it matures. New leaves are a golden colour gradually turning a lighter, golden-lime colour by summer with fantastic shades of red, orange, and gold in the autumn.

‘Golden Spirit’ is easily grown in average, medium-moisture, well-drained soils in full or part sun and tolerates a wide range of soils except wet, poorly-drained ones. Stems may be cut back hard in winter or early spring each year to a framework to induce growth of new shoots with slightly larger than normal leaves. Such hard annual pruning will control size and may accentuate the colorful foliage and autumn colour.

This outstanding three-season specimen is a focal point in any garden. It provides unique effects against evergreens and perennials in mixed beds. The foliage makes a stunning addition to cut flower arrangements and lasts well in the vase.

• Stunning golden foliage
• Compact shrub for smaller gardens
• Easy to grow and propagate
• Cream plumes of flowers like clouds of smoke
• Height 150cm - Spread 100cm

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