Royal Purple Smoke Tree
Best statement piece for gardeners seeking dramatic, low-maintenance landscape color.
The Royal Purple Smoke Tree is a striking ornamental tree celebrated for its dramatic deep purple foliage and unique, airy flower clusters that resemble smoke. Its rounded, spreading form adds visual interest and texture, making it an ideal focal point in gardens and landscapes. This variety thrives in full sun to partial shade, offering year-round color and a soft, cloud-like effect with its feathery blooms. It's a standout choice for specimen planting, bringing exceptional beauty and contrast to any outdoor setting.
$79.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1072
/ 2693
#1072 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
+83%
Above average
Mature Height
1015
/ to feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, long-lasting focal point
- Landscapers wanting unique, ethereal textures in summer
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, resilient plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring a hands-off, low-maintenance shrub
- Owners with limited full-sun garden space
- Gardeners in areas with known soil-borne fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep purple foliage creates a dramatic focal point in any landscape.
Texture Versatility
Feathery, smoke-like blooms add a soft, cloud-like contrast to gardens.
Adaptability
Thrives across varying light conditions from full sun to partial shade.
Bloom Longevity
Extended three-week flowering window provides reliable seasonal color.
Landscape Presence
Spreading form fills space effectively as a standout specimen tree.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal effort once established to maintain its rounded shape.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 to 15 feet
Mature Spread
15 to 20 feet
Bloom Color
Yellow
Bloom Time
Spring and summer
Length of Bloom
3 weeks or more
Size Available
7 gallon
Features
- Striking deep purple foliage for year-round color
- Airy, plume-like flower clusters create a 'smoke' effect
- Rounded, spreading form adds landscape texture
- Ideal as a focal point or specimen tree
- Long bloom duration of 3 weeks or more
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Royal Purple Smoke Tree for its exceptional quality and striking appearance. Reviewers frequently note that the trees arrive robust and healthy, often exceeding expectations for size and root structure. The deep, vibrant purple foliage is a major highlight, providing immediate visual impact in the garden. The overwhelming consensus is that Holly Days Nursery provides superior, high value specimens that establish quickly and thrive, making this a highly recommended ornamental choice for its reliable color and vigor.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this tree reaches a height of 10 to 15 feet and a spread of 15 to 20 feet. You should ensure you have an open area that can accommodate this width to allow for its natural, rounded growth habit.
While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate partial shade. However, planting it in a spot with plenty of sunlight will generally result in the most vibrant purple foliage.
The smoke effect is created by airy, plume-like flower clusters that emerge in spring and summer. These blooms typically last for three weeks or more, providing a soft, cloud-like texture to the tree.
Because of its unique foliage and spreading form, it is best used as a specimen tree or a focal point in your landscape. It is designed to draw the eye, so it works best when given enough space to stand out.
This variety is currently available in a 7-gallon container, which provides a well-established root system for transplanting into your garden.
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