- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 9 - 15 Feet
- Mature Spread 9 - 15 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Smooth Sumac produces showy spring foliage in shades of green melting into reddish and orangish hues in autumn. Female plants produce clusters of delicate pale green flowers that morph into showy 8-inch-long bunches of purplish-red fruit. Songbirds love to eat the berries throughout winter. This adaptable perennial shrub, or Rhus glabra, is native to North America and cold hardy in zones 3 to 8. This plant is not to be confused with poison sumac; Smooth Sumac is friendly to humans, attracts butterflies, and supports bees.
Tolerant of most types of soils except for clay, Smooth Sumac is an excellent choice to plant along banks and beaches. This shrub can spread and naturalize in open spaces, producing dense growth. Drought tolerant and somewhat deer resistant, this shrub is a great investment for any garden.
Smooth Sumac Care
Plant Smooth Sumac in full sun to partial shade. While adaptable to different soil types, this shrub thrives in moderately moist, acidic to alkaline, well-draining soil. The only soil that may pose problems is hard clay. You can improve drainage by amending clay soil with compost. Provide one inch of water weekly throughout the first year until this perennial establishes its roots. After that, water only during periods of drought. An easy-to-care-for shrub, Smooth Sumac rarely needs fertilizer. If, however, it is struggling, you can apply a layer of organic compost or manure.
Usually, Smooth Sumac will not require heavy pruning. To maintain size, however, prune unwanted growth during early spring and remove any dead, damaged, diseased, and crossed branches when they occur.
Smooth Sumac Spacing
Reaching 9 to 15 feet tall and wide, Smooth Sumac needs room to grow and should be spaced 9 to 15 feet apart. Plant with dogwoods for a stunning native planting.
Smooth Sumac Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 9 - 15 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 9 - 15 Feet |
| Spacing: 9 - 15 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Orange |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Erosion Control, Hedges & Privacy |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Native to North America |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Smooth Sumac |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Rhus glabra |
- SKU:
- 1231001857-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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