Dramatic Purple Foliage with Smoky Pink Flower Plumes
Royal Purple Smoke Tree features stunning deep purple foliage that holds its color throughout summer and intensifies to brilliant red-purple in fall. This dramatic specimen tree produces airy, smoky pink flower plumes in summer that create a cloud-like effect, making it a show-stopping focal point for landscapes and gardens.
Key Features
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Deep Purple Foliage: Rich purple leaves throughout the growing season
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Smoky Pink Flower Plumes: Airy blooms create dramatic cloud-like effect
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Brilliant Fall Color: Intensifies to red-purple in autumn
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Drought Tolerant: Low maintenance once established
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Unique Texture: Adds dramatic color and interest to landscapes
Growing Specifications
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Light: Full sun
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Mature Size: 12-15' tall x 12-15' wide
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Hardiness: Zones 5-8
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Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
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Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage new growth
Landscape Uses
Perfect for specimen plantings, mixed borders, and accent features. Works beautifully as a focal point in gardens, near patios, and in large containers. Provides dramatic color contrast. Pairs well with ornamental grasses, perennials, and evergreens.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Tolerates a wide range of soil types including poor, rocky, or alkaline soils. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the trunk. Water regularly during establishment. Drought tolerant once established. Fertilize sparingly as too much fertilizer can reduce foliage color intensity.
For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.
Pricing & Availability
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