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Winecraft Gold® Smokebush

Cotinus coggygria 'MINCOJAU3' (Winecraft Gold®)

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Smokebush

Discover Winecraft Gold® Smokebush, a stunning specimen with vibrant foliage and unique flowers.

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Mature Height: 6-10 feet
Mature Width: 6-8 feet
Bloom Color: Pink, Cream
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Winecraft Gold® Smokebush is a striking deciduous shrub known for its vibrant golden foliage that turns orange and red in the fall. It produces fluffy, smoke-like flower clusters in summer, adding visual interest to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, adaptable to various pH levels, and can handle dry conditions.

Sun Needs

Sun

Watering Needs

Water regularly until established; then, it is drought-tolerant.

Pruning Notes

Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.

Common Issues

May be susceptible to pests like aphids and diseases such as powdery mildew.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Vibrant golden foliageunique smoke-like flower clusters

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color and texture to gardens. Works well in mixed borders or as a focal point.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winecraft Gold® Smokebush a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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