Cotinus dummer Grace

Cotinus dummer Grace

Why Buy Me?

• Lovely, rich coloured leaves
• Looks great when grouped with yellows and blues
• Will grow big

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun is best for vibrant foliage and optimal flowering; tolerates light shade but with reduced leaf colour intensity.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a wide range of soil types including clay, loam, and sand; pH can be acidic, neutral, or alkaline.

• Exposure: Best in a sheltered position to protect from strong winds.

• Drought Tolerance: Drought-tolerant once established, though regular watering is beneficial during prolonged dry periods.

Cultivation & Care

• Planting Time: Plant in spring or early autumn to allow roots to establish in mild conditions.

• Spacing: Space approximately 2.5–4 metres (8–13 feet) apart; 'Grace' is a large, vigorous cultivar.

• Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season; once established, water during extended dry spells.

• Fertilization: Not usually necessary in fertile soil; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if growth is poor.

• Mulching: Apply a 5–7 cm (2–3 inch) layer of organic mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

• Pruning: Prune in late winter to early spring. Hard pruning encourages large, colourful foliage and a bushier habit; light pruning preserves the tree’s airy form and flowering.

• Propagation: Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by layering in autumn.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring: New foliage emerges with a rich wine-red to purplish hue, soft and velvety in appearance.

• Summer: Produces large, smoky-pink flower panicles that give a distinctive “smoke-like” effect; foliage remains bold and deep red to purple.

• Autumn: Leaves turn brilliant shades of orange, red, and gold, offering standout autumn colour.

• Winter: Deciduous; provides structural interest with its open, sculptural branching.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Wildlife: Attracts bees and other pollinators with its airy flowers; provides cover for birds and insects.

• Garden Use: Excellent as a specimen shrub or small tree in large borders, mixed shrub beds, or naturalistic plantings. Its dramatic foliage and flower display make it ideal for seasonal interest gardens.

• Companion Plants: Complements grasses (like Miscanthus), silver-leaved perennials (like Artemisia or Stachys), and late-summer bloomers such as rudbeckia, sedum, and echinacea.

Transform your home and garden with Cotinus dummer Grace —a must-have for any season. Order online now for quick and easy shopping, or drop by your local Thompson's Branch to explore it up close and get personalised recommendations.