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Rhus virens - Evergreen Sumac

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Rhus Species is more than just a tree- it's a year-round display of natural splendor. Better known as Evergreen Sumac, this perennial shrub is a family member of the sophisticated Anacardiaceae. Robust and aesthetic, the Evergreen Sumac stands impressively between 8-12 feet tall, a beacon of rustic vivacity with its show-stopping, glossy dark green leaves. But that's not all! Watch as the seasons change, and so does our Sumac, its leaves transforming into a breathtaking red-orange in the coolness of fall. From late summer, intimate white flowers make their debut, soon to be replaced by charismatic clusters of red berries adorning the tree by fall. This unique, drought-tolerant marvel calls full sun and well-drained soil its home, effortlessly adopting a deer-resistant attitude. Requiring low to moderate watering, it guarantees to maintain its youthful vigor, making it an ideal choice for xeriscaping and a natural privacy screen. Add that much-needed southwestern flair to your landscape with our hardy Evergreen Sumac, a testimony to unwavering resilience and unpretentious charm.

  • Size: 8 to 12 feet tall
  • Flowers: Small white flowers in late summer
  • Foliage: Shiny, dark green leaves that turn red-orange in the fall
  • Water usage: Low to moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional: Produces dense clusters of red berries in fall; offers year-round interest
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