Very well packaged. Trees were a nice size and generally matched, which I needed.
They took a while to get established, but hae now started to put on some new growth.
Golden Spirit Smokebush
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$59.99Each
Description
About the Golden Spirit Smokebush
Bring a unique splash of color to your landscape!
The Golden Spirit Smokebush is a newer cultivar of Cotinus, `Ancot`. It is distinguishable from other varieties of Cotinus by its spring and summer display of golden yellow leaves with lime-green hues.
The new foliage emerges with just a touch of red. Golden Spirit regularly produces tiny yellow flowers in spring followed by the signature post-bloom smoky summer panicles in June and July. In fall the foliage turns a fiery orange-red color, changing from the bottom up. The showy colors and accents make this smokebush a lovely landscape accent.
Growing a Golden Spirit Smokebush
This smokebush sometimes referred to as a ‘smoketree’ is a deciduous, upright, loose-spreading, multi-stemmed shrub that can grow up to 15’ tall but can be easily kept more compact through annual pruning. It has no major pest or disease concerns. This hardy shrub can tolerate a variety of soil types and is considered deer resistant.
Plant the Golden Spirit Smokebush as a single specimen, in a group or border in sunny areas around the home for long-lasting seasonal interest!
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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 8 - 15' tall x 6 - 12' wide.
Recommended Spacing
We recommend spacing these trees 8 - 15' apart to ensure room for growth.
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Tools & Supplies
Shipping Information
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Questions & Answers
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Why did you choose this?
Any part of it toxic to animals?
The Golden Spirit smokebush is generally considered non-toxic to animals, including dogs and cats. However, consuming large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
IS THIS RESISTANT TO THE HUNGRIEST OF DEER?
Do the leaves stay yellow all the time in summer and winter?
Depends how far South you live. I just planted my yellow smoke bush last fall so it is just now waking up; however, my 4 year old purple smokebush that I bought at one foot is now 10 ft tall and 4 ft wide and keeps its purple colored leaves long into our harsh Chicagoland (zone 5) winters. If you are living further South than me, and looking for a shrub that holds its yellow leaves, try a Golden Vicary Privet (Ligustrum). They are as fast growing and carefree as the smokebush, and once they take off, are amazingly stunning. Only evergreens keep their foliage and color here through winter except my Golden Vicary, surprisingly.
Can I grow this in the southwest (Zone 10a)? We can get an occasional frost in winter (lows in the 40s) and summers are hot and dry.
I think you may be to hot for this variety but we recommend you to reach out to your local county extension office as they will have tailored information specific to your growing area.
Can it be trimmed to control its size?
Yes you can a prune to keep at a manageable size.
How tall will this grow?
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 8 - 15' tall x 6 - 12' wide.
Are they slow growers?
This variety has a slow-moderate growth rate.
Customer Reviews
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Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 28, 2025
The color