Cotinus coggyria 'Pink Champagne' (Smoke Tree) shrub in California autumn garden with California native grass Muhlenbergia rigens.

Cotinus coggyria ‘Pink Champagne’, commonly known as Smoke Tree, is a shrub adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens in California. This unique plant boasts stunning pink foliage that transitions to a smoky purple hue in the fall, adding a vibrant pop of color to any landscape. ‘Pink Champagne’ is known for its compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller garden spaces. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it perfect for mediterranean climates like those found in California. ‘Pink Champagne’ is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal water once it has settled in. Native to Southern Europe, this plant is well-suited to mediterranean climates and provides a beautiful focal point in any garden. In California, it pairs beautifully with native grasses like Muhlenbergia rigens, creating a stunning autumn garden display.