Flower buds that emerge red and open to rosy pink flowers are followed by unusual purple foliage that has a velvety look when it unfurls. Velvet Pillar is notable for its tightly upright form an dense branching habit, and is useful for confined planting spaces.

• »  Profusion of showy pink flowers in spring & crimson fruit in fall, upright habit of growth
• »  Purple foliage and needs full sun and well-drained soil
• »  Pointy leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall

Incredible accent for the smaller home landscape

Height

20 ft

Spread

12 ft

Zone

4-9

Color

Pink

Categories

Ornamental Trees

Tags

Attracts Humming-birds;  Attracts Songbirds;  Cut Flower/Foliage;  Low Maintenance;  Staff Favorite;  Full Sun