Cotinus 'Candy Floss' (Candy Floss Smoke Bush)
Botanical Information
Family | Anacardiaceae |
Genus | Cotinus |
Cultivar | 'Candy Floss' |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
Origin | Hillier Garden Centres, a cross between C. 'Grace' and C. 'Daydream' cultivars. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 - 6a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
Height | 4 m |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | July, August |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | A smoke bush with large, pink flowers and beautiful autumn colouring. |
Shape | Bushy habit. |
Landscape | Excellent specimen plant. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a moderately moist, well-drained soil. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description | Leaves provide beautiful autumn interest. |
Flower Description | Flowers are large and soft, with pink colouring. |