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Challenging the Bonsai A to Z entry for Cotinus (SmokeTree).

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Existing Bonsai A To Z Entry for Cotinus (SmokeTree) Cotinus (SmokeTree)  - (Tree Type (Outdoors)) Cotinus (common name SmokeTree) comes in many varieties although it is Cotinus Coggygria which is used for bonsai.  It is a deciduous tree which takes its name from the flowers it produces which resemble a smoke halo. There are several varieties of Cotinus coggygria available with different coloured flowers including Cotinus coggygria Purpureus that has purple/pink blooms. Style : Large/medium sized informal upright or multi-trunk. Warning : Purple variety susceptible to mildew. Also susceptible to Verticillium wilt generally. Location : Ful sun or partial shade.  Protection required below -5 degrees C Repot : Every 1 to 2 years. Soil : Basic soil mix. Pruning : Trim to shape in growing season .  Branch prune early spring.

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