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Rhus punjabensis var. sinica

Also Known As

  • Rhus punjabensis 'sinica'
  • Rhus sinica
  • Sumac

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 25'-30'
  • W: 25'-30'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Rhus punjabensis var. sinica plant details

Rhus punjabensis var. sinica is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhus punjabensis var. sinica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: anacardiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 25 FT - 30 FT - wide, 25 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fall color, hedge, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhus punjabensis var. sinica

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A handsome small tree (to 30') from China with a rounded head of long (10-15"), somewhat-hairy, compound leaves which turn a brilliant red in autumn; fruits (when it fruits) are a rich downy red in large clusters. S/M

Gardening facts about Rhus punjabensis var. sinica plant

How to Grow Rhus punjabensis var. sinica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

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Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 10'-15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry in winter
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 7'-30'

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  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-6'

Width: 6'-10'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry in winter
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8'

Width: 8'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry in winter
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

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Size

Height: 12'-25'

Width: 25'

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  • even moisture - low
  • dry in winter
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