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Staghorn Sumac

Rhus Typhina

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Overview

Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) is a striking deciduous shrub, attaining 15-25 feet in height and spread. Renowned for its vibrant fall foliage in shades of yellow, orange, and fiery red, this plant features velvety branches resembling deer antlers. Sumacs produce crimson fruit clusters, adding winter interest. Preferring full sun, they thrive in well-drained soils and are drought-tolerant, making them a low-maintenance choice for impactful seasonal color.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, Low, MediumZones 3–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the foliage transforms into spectacular shades of yellow

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High, Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Anacardiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina); antler-like branches that resemble a male deer's antlers in velvet
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — which can grow up to 2 feet in length
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — Sumacs produce crimson fruit clusters, adding winter interest; red berries that linger into winter, image 70
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the foliage transforms into spectacular shades of yellow; this plant is well-suited to USDA hardiness zones 4 through
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — followed by eye-catching clusters of fuzzy; shrub / tree for full or half or shade, image 90
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina); antler-like branches that resemble a male deer's antlers in velvet, image 73
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the Staghorn Sumac thrives in full sun to partial shade; which allows it to form thickets if not managed
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — These berries are a valuable food source for wildlife; the foliage transforms into spectacular shades of yellow, image 126
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — Sumacs produce crimson fruit clusters, adding winter interest; red berries that linger into winter
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — this plant features velvety branches resembling deer antlers; its pinnately compound leaves, image 102
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — It typically stands 15 to 25 feet in height with an equal spread, though it can sometimes reach up to 35 feet
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the Staghorn Sumac thrives in full sun to partial shade; which allows it to form thickets if not managed, image 113
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — antler-like branches that resemble a male deer's antlers in velvet; offering a brilliant autumnal, image 79
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — including dry and poor soils
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the Staghorn Sumac thrives in full sun to partial shade
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — offering a brilliant autumnal display.<br><br>Furthermore; which can grow up to 2 feet in length, image 121
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — this plant is well-suited to USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.<br><br>Notable for its furry; the plant prefers, image 78
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — Regular pruning may be necessary to maintain its shape and size within the intended space; is celebrated for its ornamental
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — they thrive in well-drained soils and are drought-tolerant; staghorn Sumac is an excellent choice for adding, image 71
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — followed by eye-catching clusters of fuzzy
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — its pinnately compound leaves
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — The plant prefers well-draining soil but tolerates a variety of conditions; this plant features velvety branches, image 114
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — the foliage transforms into spectacular shades of yellow; this plant is well-suited to USDA hardiness zones 4, image 120
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus Typhina) — red berries that linger into winter; staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina), image 124
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