Staghorn Sumac
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Staghorn Sumac |
Botanical Name | Rhus typhina |
Description | |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Mature Height | 8 to 10 ft |
Mature Width | 12 to 15 ft |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Bloom Color | Green-yellow |
Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
Bloom Period | July |
Seasonal Interest | Fall |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Pinnate |
Fall Color | Orange, Red |
Attributes | Black Walnut Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil, Rabbit Resistant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Dry,Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Moderate |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water if rainfall is less than 1" per week. They generally need very little supplemental water. |
Fertilize Notes | These plants should not need fertilizer. |
Prune Notes | Prune in early spring. Cut of the largest and thickest branches to the ground to make room for newer branches that will produce more flowers. Always cut branches to the ground. Cut any unwanted suckers to the ground |