Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria Golden Spirit™)

While *Cotinus coggygria* (Smoketree) is native to a wide range of Eurasia, **the cultivar ‘Golden Spirit™’ is a cultivated variety, not a naturally occurring one.** This means its “native region” isn’t really applicable in the same way as a wild plant.

However, we can make some educated guesses about the origins of the *cultivar* development:

* **General *Cotinus coggygria* Range:** *Cotinus coggygria* is native to a wide area of Eurasia, from Southern Europe (including the Mediterranean), through Central Europe, into Central Asia, and even into parts of China. This tells us that ‘Golden Spirit™’ is likely to be tolerant of conditions found within this broad range, though its specific tolerances might differ due to its cultivated nature.

* **Cultivar Development Hubs:** Most often, new plant cultivars are developed in regions with established horticultural industries, such as:

* **Europe:** Especially countries like the Netherlands, Germany, the UK, and France, known for their extensive nurseries and plant breeding programs. These countries have a long history of cultivating and improving plants.
* **North America:** Specifically, the United States and Canada also have vibrant horticultural industries involved in cultivar development.

**Therefore, the most likely scenario is that *Cotinus coggygria* ‘Golden Spirit™’ was developed in either Europe or North America.**

To pinpoint the precise origin, you would need to investigate the plant’s breeder or the company that introduced it to the market. Information about its origin is often found on plant tags, in nursery catalogs, or online resources from reputable horticultural societies or nurseries.