Dusky Maiden Smokebush
Cotinus coggygria ‘Londus’
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Dusky Maiden Smokebush highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Mature Height
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 5-8
When you're looking for a whimsical flowering shrub that will outperform while adding much-needed contrast and excitement to your landscape, you can't go wrong with the Dusky Maiden Smokebush (Cotinus coggygria 'Londus'). This shrub was bred to perform and dazzle with its rich color and season after season of interest!
The Dusky Maiden Smoke Bush lives up to its name with red-violet foliage that will deepen with greater sun exposure. These even, ovular leaves feature red highlights along their veins and can shimmer green in the right light.
What else does this space-saving beauty offer? Astounding fall color! When the temperatures begin to drop, the Dusky Maiden Smoke Bush puts on a show of orange and red foliage that will last and last! Hardy throughout USDA hardiness zones 5 to 8, the fast-growth rate and rounded form further make these incredible deciduous ornamentals!
Planting and Application:
This Smoke Bush is an all-around winner! It's compact, deeply hued, and winter-hardy just 5 feet in height and width! You also don't have to worry about your Smoke Bush suddenly sprouting legs and looking stringy and spreading. This compact Smokebush stays showy and densely branched.
This phenomenal Smokebush is perfect as a container specimen on your patio, porch, or pool deck! Dusky Maiden also performs well as a border that will highlight light and bright colors! Wonderful screening hedges, foundation plantings, and accents that brighten a mixed-shrub border.
This bush is considered a landscaper's best-kept secret for its ability to add contrast and drama when paired with greens and chartreuses. If you're comparing Smokebushes, it can be difficult to choose the perfect one for your needs!
- Incredible Red-Violet Foliage
- Dramatic Airy Plumes Of Purple Blooms
- Glowing Red-Orange Fall Colors!
- Naturally Dwarf - Fits Any Garden
- Colorful Specimens, Whimsical Flowering Accents & Container Focal Points
#ProPlantTips for Care:
To keep this Dusky Maiden happy and growing well, plant it in full sun for the best color medium-moisture soil that drains well. This deciduous bush will grow rapidly in regular moisture and appreciates a 3-4 inch layer of mulch over the root system! Smokebush responds well to pruning and moderate trimming in the early spring.
As a hybrid of two amazing performers: the Cotinus szechuanensis and Cotinus coggygria 'Velvet Cloak', this Smokebush improves on hardiness and coloration. Deer seldom bother these adaptable shrubs
- Full Sun For The Most Color
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Prune In Early Spring
Dark and mysterious, don't let your garden suffer from monotone greens! Add a burst of color with the Dusky Maiden Smokebush. The dense foliage and exciting coloration of this shrub is a winner in our books! Don't miss your chance to amplify the drama in your yard with the help of Nature Hills Nursery.
