This low-growing shrub is tolerant of poor soils and pests, such as rabbits. It is effective at controlling erosion, especially on rocky or steep sites. Fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica) spreads through its roots into dense, low-lying thickets that provide shelter for birds and small mammals. With pale yellow flowers in the spring and deep orange-red leaves in the autumn, this species makes for an attractive landscape feature year-round.

BUNDLE BREAKDOWN:

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Bundle of 5: $19

Bundle of 10: $29

Bundle of 25: $55

Bundle of 50: $88

Bundle of 100: $147

STATS ON FRAGRANT SUMAC

• Mature Height: 2 - 4 feet

• Mature Canopy Width: 4 - 10 feet

• Soil Type: Acidic, poor, well-drained

• Moisture: Dry-moderate

• Sun: Full sun - part shade

• Growth Rate: Slow - medium
  

KEY CHARACTERISTICS OF FRAGRANT SUMAC

• The small, hairy red berries develop in late summer and are eaten by many bird species, from wild turkey to flickers

• When crushed, the leaves of this plant provide a noticeable lemony aroma

• The floral buds of fragrant sumac resemble small, narrow red pinecones before flowers appear in April-May.
  

DID YOU KNOW?

• Michigan’s native sumacs are in the same taxonomic family as cashews and pistachios - Anacardiaceae!

• Fragrant sumac is a pioneer species - one that established in an area after a major disturbance. This species is known to sprout rapidly after fire disturbance.

• Leaves of this shrub are similar in appearance to those of its relative, Poison ivy (Rhus radicans). Safe species in the Rhus family, including Fragrant sumac, can be identified by their red fruits.
  

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