Cotinus obovatus (American Smoke Tree) nativar needle-like thorns

needle-like thorns

as a low border

It grows in well-draining soils in sun or light shade

Texas native Yes Water use Medium Sun exposure Part sun to bright shade Mature height 1-1

Range Caterpillar Moth

Cotinus obovatus (American Smoke Tree) nativar needle-like thornsAmerican Smoke Tree is an outstanding large multi trunk shrub or small tree with ornamental, flaking bark with bluish green leaves that turn various shades of red and orange in the fall. It blooms in the spring producing a profusion of fruit clusters that resemble pink clouds, hence the name. The flowers change from yellow to pink as they mature. American Smoke Tree is a drought tolerant and disease resistant tree if not over watered or over