Pink Flowering Sumac

Rhus Lentii

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Overview

The Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus lentii) is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching 5-8 feet in height and spread. Admired for its glossy, green foliage and clusters of pink flowers in spring, it attracts pollinators. It thrives in full to partial sun, prefers well-draining soil, and once established, is drought-resistant. Ideal for xeriscaping, it adds a splash of color and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — The Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus lentii) is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching 5-8 feet in height and spread

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Admired for its glossy, green foliage and clusters of pink flowers in spring, it attracts pollinators

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — It thrives in full to partial sun, prefers well-draining soil, and once established, is drought-resistant

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it adds a splash of color and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — is a visually arresting and hardy shrub ideal for lending a lively splash of color to your garden

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Originating from the arid regions of Baja California

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — this sumac species is well adapted to withstand drought

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Anacardiaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

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Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — The Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus lentii) is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching 5-8 feet in height and spread

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Admired for its glossy, green foliage and clusters of pink flowers in spring, it attracts pollinators

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — It thrives in full to partial sun, prefers well-draining soil, and once established, is drought-resistant

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it adds a splash of color and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — is a visually arresting and hardy shrub ideal for lending a lively splash of color to your garden

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — Originating from the arid regions of Baja California

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — this sumac species is well adapted to withstand drought

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — thriving in USDA zones 9-11

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — It exhibits a robust growth habit

Pink Flowering Sumac (Rhus Lentii) — trumpet-shaped pink flowers

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