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‘Gro-Low’

Sumac - Fragrant

Rhus aromatica

'Gro-Low'

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  • Low growing habit
  • Fall color
  • Durable
Description

A very popular low maintenance groundcover, 'Gro-Low' sumac is prized for its glossy green foliage and superb orange-red fall color.

USDA Zone
3 - 8 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
1 - 2'
Width
6 - 8'
Finish Time
1.5 seasons
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Yellow
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4"

Soil

Prefers acidic soil but adapts readily to most any site.

Pruning

Generally not needed; trim to keep within desired parameters as needed.

Uses

Mass plantings; groundcover.

Growing Tips

Though related to poison ivy, this selection of sumac does not irritate the skin.

Features: Fall interest, Native, Deer resistant, Clay soil, Alkaline soil, Salt tolerant, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhus, Common name: Sumac - Fragrant, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Yellow flowers, Green foliage

Features: Fall interest, Native, Deer resistant, Clay soil, Alkaline soil, Salt tolerant, Drought tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhus, Common name: Sumac - Fragrant, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Yellow flowers, Green foliage