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Tiger Eyes Sumac

Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes'

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Overview

The Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes' is a captivating dwarf cultivar known for its striking chartreuse, feathery foliage which transitions to fiery oranges and reds in fall. With an ultimate height of 6 feet and a spread of up to 6 feet, this resilient sumac thrives in zones 4-8 and enjoys full sun to partial shade. Its unique, open form and cutting-edge color add a dramatic flair to any landscape.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, Low, MediumZones 3–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Tiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — With an ultimate height of 6 feet and a spread of up to 6 feet
Tiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — feathery foliage which transitions to fiery oranges and reds in fallTiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — The Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes' is a captivating dwarf cultivar known for its striking chartreuse

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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Tiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — With an ultimate height of 6 feet and a spread of up to 6 feet
Tiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — feathery foliage which transitions to fiery oranges and reds in fall
Tiger Eyes Sumac (Rhus Typhina 'Tiger Eyes') — The Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes' is a captivating dwarf cultivar known for its striking chartreuse
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