Some summary data
| Smoketree Family | ||
|---|---|---|
| Species | Size | Basic Requirements |
| American Smoketree (Cotinus obovatus) | Mature height is 20 to 30' with a spread of 20 to 30’, medium growth rate. | Zones 4 to 8, full sun, adaptable to many soils and pHs, including clay and alkaline. It is very tolerant of hot, dry, gravelly soils and sites |
| Common Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria) | Mature height is 10 to 15’ with a spread of 10 to 18’. Growth rate is slow. | Zones 5B through 8, full sun, adaptable to many soils and pHs, including clay and alkaline. It is very tolerant of hot, dry, gravelly soils and sites |
