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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

Gardening facts about Rhus coriaria plant

How to Grow Rhus coriaria

  • Soil Needs

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

    • regular - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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