Golden Spirit Smoke Bush
Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit'
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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 |
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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| #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 |
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| #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
Golden Spirit Smoke Bush highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 5-9
Dazzling Gold Foliage Shrub
The Golden Spirit Smokebush (Cotinus coggygria 'Golden Spirit') is a jaw-dropping deciduous shrub that takes garden color to new heights! Unlike typical purple or red-leafed Smoke Bush varieties (sometimes called Smokebush), this standout ornamental shines with bold chartreuse-to-golden-yellow foliage that stays vibrant from spring to fall.
You'll also enjoy airy, smoke-like white blooms, colorful fall foliage in glowing coral-orange tones, and an upright, multi-branched habit that's built for drama in every season! Blooming in early to mid-summer, this easy-care shrub erupts with misty white panicles that float like puffs of smoke above the glowing leaves.
The foliage is the real star, starting bright yellow to golden-chartreuse in spring and remaining luminous all summer long. The long-lasting foliage holds strong in full sun, and its dense, rounded form brings structure, light, and joy to your yard! It's also a pollinator-friendly shrub, and the blooms make stunning, airy cut flower fillers! In fall, it takes a fiery turn with rich coppery-orange to coral hues.
Key Features
Related to Sumacs and in the Anacardiaceae family, Smokebush is valued in both modern and classic landscapes.
- Bright chartreuse-yellow foliage, spring through fall
- Misty white 'smoke-like' blooms in summer
- Bold coral-orange fall color
- Upright, multi-branched deciduous shrub
- Easily pruned into a small tree or left as a shrub
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Pollinator-friendly and deer-resistant
Landscaping Uses
Able to be pruned as a small ornamental tree for added impact, Golden Spirit works especially well in urban gardens where bold color is welcome. This sunny golden beauty is the perfect focal point shrub or small accent tree to brighten up any yard. With its medium size and dense branching, it adds structure and color as a hedge, privacy screen, or specimen plant.
- Use as a colorful hedge or screen
- Plant as a single specimen in front yards
- Accent pool decks or patios with golden light
- Prune as a small ornamental tree
- Add to mixed shrub borders or Foundation plantings for bold contrast
- Include in modern urban gardens for a strong architectural impact
Care & Maintenance
It's hardy in USDA Zones 5-9, and thrives in sunny, warm climates. Golden Spirit Smokebush is prized for its dense, upright form, reaching about 8-10 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide. It naturally forms a rounded, well-branched shape. Golden Spirit is a deciduous shrub that brings bold color and easy care. It's drought-tolerant once established, thrives in full sun, and can handle dry or poor soil as long as drainage is good.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall planting is best for establishing roots
- Sun Requirements: Full sun is essential for best color
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerates average to dry conditions but does not like wet feet
- Moisture Needs: Moderate; water new plants regularly until established, then use the Finger Test to monitor moisture
- Arborist Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch around the base to keep roots cool and conserve water
- Fertilization Needs: Not a heavy feeder, but you can apply compost or a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
- Pruning Info: Prune in early spring before new growth. Smokebush blooms on new wood, so pruning encourages more flowering. Also great for shaping
- Renewal Pruning: Not required annually, but can be done every few years to encourage vigorous growth and more vibrant coloration.
- Special Perks/Growing Needs:
- Cold-hardy and Heat-tolerant
- Deer-resistant
- Handles dry soil
- Low-maintenance once established
- Tolerates urban conditions and compact soils
- Can handle slightly acidic to neutral pH
A Smokey Gold Must-Have For Your Garden
Let your garden glow like never before with the shimmering foliage and unique plume-like blooms of the Golden Spirit Smokebush. It's a spectacular standout shrub for color lovers, pollinator fans, and gardeners looking for drama with minimal fuss. With its easy care, drought tolerance, and year-round appeal, this golden shrub deserves the spotlight in every sunny yard.
Order your Golden Spirit Smokebush and start enjoying a brilliant garden accent today from naturehills.com!
