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
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
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-30'
Width: 7'-30'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Skunkbush, Sour Berry, Three-leaf Sumac
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
aka Cut-Leaf Sumac
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
2a-9b
Size
Height: 8'
Width: 8'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 12'-25'
Width: 25'
- sun
- even moisture - low
- dry in winter
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