Perfect planted singly as a focal point, in shrub borders or house foundation plantings.
Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes®'
Staghorn Sumac
Tips for Homeowners:
Prune back to control spread as needed.
Rate this Plant:
A compact form of the species, this beauty has minimal chance of taking over the landscape and will bring ornamental value all year.
- Yellow/gold ferny leaves turn scarlet/orange in fall
- Stems red to pink in winter
- Pollinated females produce red berries
Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 3-6 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: Green
Interesting Notes about Staghorn Sumac:
Rarely seen as one shrub, the native species will usually colonize into thickets. It prefers to grow in well-drained soils and can handle poor quality soils. The species spreads vigorously, though hybrids are less aggressive and easily controlled. All parts of this shrub are toxic if ingested and foliage may cause skin irritation.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
- Specimen
- Mass Planting
- Drought Tolerant
- Great Foliage
- Fall Color
- Naturalizing
Foliage Color:
- Red
- Chartreuse
- Orange
- Yellow
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water