Rhus virens

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Evergreen Sumac

 
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Information by: Mountain States Nursery        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This large evergreen shrub has shiny foliage and large clusters of white flowers that attract butterflies. This shrub can reach 8' tall and 12' wide. Leaves are thick and leathery, reaching 1"-2" long. This shrub does well in full sun and all kinds of soil. It does not need pruning. It will do better with supplemental watering when getting established. Flowers appear in late fall and summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

n/a

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.