Buy Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Also Known As

Rhus aromatica 'Grow Lo'
Rhus aromatica 'Grow Low'
Rhus aromatica 'Grow-Low'
Gro Low Fragrant Sumac
Grow Low Fragrant Sumac

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon | $39

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Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' plant details

Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' is a fast-growing, moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: anacardiaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: erosion
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Low growing (2 1/2') and spreading groundcover sumac for massing or bank control; leaves are aromatic when crushed, as are small yellow spring flowers, and it really shines in fall when glossy trifoliate leaves turn shades of gold, orange, and red. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

A low, wide spreading, deciduous shrub or ground cover. Leaves and twigs are aromatic when crushed, hence the species name. Small yellow flowers arrive in early spring before the foliage appears. Fall color is a pleasing combination of bright red and orange. Although the leaves do resemble another member of its family, poison ivy, the fragrant sumac is non-poisonous. Great choice for stabilizing banks as a groundcover, areas with poor soils, or for anywhere where a splash of fantastic fall color is needed! Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

A go-to plant for dry, sunny spots like that slope where nothing else will grow. Spreads by suckering so it's a good plant for preventing erosion. Small yellow flowers in Spring are fragrant , followed by lustrous green leaves that turn spectacular shades of orange and red in Fall.

By: Deer Country Gardens

Good groundcover for banks and tough soils, orange-red fall, aromatic foliage, deciduous. Zones 4-8.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Excellent fast cover for banks, cuts and fills, massing. Could be used as ground cover. This plant has the ability to develop roots as the stems touch the soil and is, therefore, useful for stabilizing banks or slightly sloping areas. Excellent glossy foliage. Good orange-red fall color. A female form that produces lots of red berries. A "Plants of Merit" - Missouri Botanical Garden. Native to the Eastern Half of the Country.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

A low spreader (1-2') with glossy green foliage that turns a blazing orange-red in the fall. A vigorous low maintenance groundcover, for tough sites or easy ones; introduced by Synnestvedt Nursery.