Rhus ovata |
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Sugar Bush |
Description
This dense, rounded evergreen shrub grows 8'-15' tall and wide, with creamy flowers between March and May. The shrub bears small red fruit. It grows well in inland areas and is drought tolerant. The foliage is leathery and rich looking and dark green incolor. It needs additional water in low desert areas every 2 weeks or plant in area with afternoon shade. It needs a well drained site. It is susceptible to verticillium wilt in wet areas.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Shrub Border, Parkingstrip, Parkinglot, Withrocks
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Hedge, Screen, Massplanting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.
