Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica) 'Gro-Low' is a low-growing and spreading deciduous shrub. Its glossy green leaves turn brilliant shades of red and orange in the fall, providing a striking accent to the landscape. Inconspicuous berries grow on the plant in early spring and are followed by inedible red fruits that remain on the plant through the end of fall and start of winter, providing a food source for birds and other animals. Plant as a groundcover, for slope stabilization, or in woodland or shade gardens as an understory plant. It is tolerant of urban pollutions and difficult city sites.
Fragrant Sumac 'Gro-Low'
Native to Cache County: Yes
Irrigation Requirement: Low (1/2" every 10-14 days) or Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Mature Size: 2 - 3' tall and 6 - 8' wide
Spacing: 6 - 10' apart
Bloom Colors: Inconspicuous
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 9
Light Requirement: Full Sun or Partial Shade
Deer Resistant: Yes
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Soils: Is adaptive to well-drained sand, loam, or clay soils.
Plants in the Rhus family are host species for 9 known native pollinators in the Cache Valley area. Fragrant Sumac also provides habitat and berries for birds and other animals.