Plants in genus rhus
Rhus aromatica 'Prairie Flame'
Rhus aromatica 'Prairie Flame' is a compact, multi-stemmed shrub known for its drought tolerance and glossy dark-green foliage. This plant produces creamy white blooms in summer and is a sterile male clone, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and attracts wildlife and pollinators. The shrub prefers full sun and is adaptable to various soil types, making it a versatile addition to any landscape.
Rhus lanceolata
Rhus lanceolata, a deciduous shrub native to the United States, is celebrated for its fiery fall color and compound leaves with a wing between leaflets. It provides dense cover for birds and wildlife and is drought-tolerant once established. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.
Rhus aromatica 'Rocky Mountain'
Rhus aromatica 'Rocky Mountain' is a hardy plant that thrives in harsh environments, forming thickets with palm-like leaves. It requires little water once established and displays a blazing fire red color in fall, providing a beneficial habitat for wildlife.
Rhus aromatica
Rhus aromatica is a fragrant shrub with three-lobed, glossy blue-green leaves. It displays vibrant autumn colors and is drought-tolerant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Rhus typhina 'Laciniata'
Rhus typhina 'Laciniata' is a native shrub known for its finely dissected leaves and twisting branches. It grows up to 18 feet high and 12-15 feet wide, with green foliage that turns orange and red in fall. This xeric, deciduous shrub is drought-tolerant once established and produces bright red fruit in autumn.
Rhus glabra
Rhus glabra, commonly known as smooth sumac, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the contiguous United States. It is known for its brilliant fall color and red berries that attract butterflies and songbirds. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in dry, well-drained soils and full sun, making it useful for soil conservation and erosion control.
Rhus typhina
Rhus typhina, also known as staghorn sumac, is a large spreading shrub native to the United States. It features vibrant fall colors and bright red fruit clusters on female plants. This plant is drought-tolerant, adapts to poor soils, and is ideal for erosion control.