What is a smoke tree?

Smoke tree is a small tree or large shrub known for its smoke appearance, which is generally built just after the tree has reached a full flower. When the pink flowers of the smoke tree begin to die, they occupy a miserable look, which made the branches appeared immersed in smoke. This tree acquires its smoke facades during June, July and August and is originally from the southwestern areas of North America.

sometimes known as a smoke shrub or by its Latin name cotinus coggygria , the smoke tree is one of the types of trees specifically planted for ornamental benefits. It is at the middle end of the scale, usually grows to a height of 10 feet (approximately 3 meters) to 15 feet (about 4.6 meters). Its spread may include up to 12 feet (about 3.7 meters) around. Smoke trees are a popular choice for borders and gardens due to their manageable size and unique beauty.

Smoke tree leaves are as pronounced as flowers. The leaves are in the shape of an oval and can grow up to 4 inches (about 10.2 cm)in length. In the early spring months, the leaves occupy a turquoise shade before turning the dark purple - almost black - summer. In autumn, the leaves become fiery shades of orange, yellow, purple and red and can remain on the branches long after other trees have lost the leaves. The leaves have bold red veins and are cropped into scarlet tones.

The flue tree flowers grow in volumes. They are located on the stem in large clusters, which are known to grow more than 12 inches (about 30.5 cm) to length. After reaching full flower, the flowers begin to disappear and borrow the tree with its descriptive moniker.

Correct care is necessary for garden trees to maintain their gloss and shape. The smoke tree enjoys full sunlight, wet soil and requires composting in autumn. If the tree is used as a large shrub, it should be trimmed by trimming the stems to approximately three buds from the base. If grown as a tree, stems growing randomly should be removed at the end of winter notOr early spring to ensure the strength and strength of the frame.

Smoke tree is not commonly susceptible to diseases or pests. The most reported problems are verticillium mushrooms and mold similar to powder. The form usually occurs in the summer months when the leaves have been taken to the royal purple color.