Rhus aromatica - Fragrant Sumac

Fragrant Sumac

Rhus aromatica

  • Yellowish male and female flowers appear before the leaves
  • Clusters of reddish hairy fruit ripen late summer and may persist into the winter
  • Medium green to blue-green aromatic soft leaves are sometimes glossy
  • Fall colour is orange to red, sometimes purple
  • Rounded, spreading, irregular habit, re-rooting on contact with the soil
  • Bloom Time: April

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
Yellow

HEIGHT:
125-150 cm

SPREAD:
175-200 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Rhus aromatica grows best in a slightly acidic, fertile soil and full sun, however, it will tolerate dry or compacted soils, partial shade, and other urban conditions.

Additional Notes about Fragrant Sumac:


Native to Ontario

The 'aromatic' in the species name refers to the leaves and stems rather than the flowers.