Smokebush 'Young Lady'

Smokebush 'Young Lady' (Cotinus coggygria ‘Young Lady’). Cotinus coggygria ‘Young Lady’ is an elegant and highly floriferous ornamental shrub, appreciated for its compact habit and abundant summer flowering in airy plumes. Unlike several other smokebushes, this selection stands out for its particularly generous and consistent production of "smoke," even on young plants. Its deciduous bluish-green foliage adds a soft and refined texture to the garden, then transitions to beautiful orange-yellow hues in autumn. With moderate growth and good branching, it integrates easily into borders, low informal hedges, or as a specimen plant in medium-sized gardens.

To plant Smokebush 'Young Lady', choose a suitable exposure: full sun. The recommended soil is well-drained, average to dry. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the soil's richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work.

Allow a width of 2–3 m (6.5–10 ft) to organize the placement of this plant in the garden. The indicated height of 2–3 m (6.5–10 ft) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.