This smokebush is an adventure of color and texture throughout the year in a smaller size that brings excitement to nearly any sunny spot in your landscape. Winecraft Black has rich purple foliage in spring, but in summer's heat, they turn a near-black before bursting into reds and oranges in the fall. In early summer, its "smoke" appears as large, soft panicles of bloom. This variety is easy to care for, smaller than other smokebush variants, requires minimal shaping, and doesn't require deadheading. Additionally it resists both deer and rabbits, and is cold hardy down to zone 4, making it a sturdy choice.
4-6 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide at maturity
Hardy in zones 4-8, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily)
Space plants 4-6 feet apart for best results
Produces purple-black foliage in spring, red-pink blooms that become "smoke" in summer, and red-orange foliage during fall
Resists both deer and rabbits
Foliage interest, fall interest, deadheading not necessary, low maintenance
Quart shrubs are 5-8 inches tall and 6 months to 1 year old at shipment, varies by season and plant
Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom
