Royal Velvet

Other Names for this Cultivar: Whit III, Pink Velour

Origin: Carl Whitcomb, Stillwater, OK

Flower Color: Dark pink

Date of First Flower: Late June

Length of Flowering: 120 days

Growth Habit: Spreading

Height: 10-20'

Hardiness: Very Good (zone map)

Bark Color: Gray-brown

Fall Color: Orange/brown

Powdery Mildew Resistance: Good

Additional Comments: Colorful flower buds and leaves (burgundy) in spring.