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    Rhus coriaria

    Also Known As

    • Elm-Leaved Sumac

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-15'
    • W: 6'-15'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

    Rhus coriaria plant details

    Rhus coriaria is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhus coriaria

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: anacardiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhus coriaria

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The handsome many-parted leaves and downy twigs of this 6-15' Sicilian shrub are used in the tanning of Morocco leather; its dense heads of tiny white flowers are followed by hairy, purple berries. S/M-D/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Rhus coriaria plant

    How to Grow Rhus coriaria

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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