Rhus aromatica - 40-60 CM C2

Description
The Fragrant sumach (Rhus aromatica) is a shrub-like garden plant with decorative, red fruits. It produces yellow flowers from March to April. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1.8 metres and grows to a width of approx. 3 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * Attractive orange-red autumn colouring

Leaves
Attractive orange-red autumn colouring.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Fragrant sumach has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Fragrant sumach is shrub-like in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from March to April.

Fruit
The red fruits of Rhus aromatica are particularly decorative. These appear from July.

Use
Screen, solitary, park