Rhus lanceolata |
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Flameleaf Sumac |
Description
This evergreen shrub or small tree reaches 30 ft. tall, either single or suckering. It is usually found on limestone or neutral soils. It is extremely heat and drought tolerant. This shrub has aromatic leaves and develops small white to pink flowers,with red berries follow. Leaves are vivid red in the fall. Leaves are narrower, more refined and has a more graceful growth habit than the copallina variety to which it is compared.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Ranch, Seascape, Wildgarden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fallcolor, Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Parkingstrip, Patio, Streettree, Withrocks
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Hedge, Screen, Massplanting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Plant shrubs and trees in groupings according to similarity of water requirements; then water each "hydrozone" according to its needs.
