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These trees are small hardy bushes and trees that can grow in different environments. They bloom in the early spring, with flowers that will turn into ripe red fruit by late summer. The fruits grow in dense clusters and are covered in thin hair. The leaves are narrow and end at a point. The leaves are also slightly serrated along the edge—groups of 17 to 19 sprout from one long stem. In the fall, deciduous species of sumac are distinctive for their bright red leaves. However, different varieties are bred to turn yellow or orange in the fall. It is important to note that some sumac plants are evergreen and that only deciduous sumac trees will produce bright fall foliage.
The berries attract a wide variety of wildlife. Bees are attracted to the sumac's flowers. Many birds, such as songbirds, will nest in large colonies of sumac trees and eat the berries they produce. Rabbits, deer, and other mammals will also use sumac berries as a food source in the winter.
These trees do best in full sun. Because they propagate when their berries drop to the ground, you must plant them in an area that can easily control the sumac's growth. It is easy for one sumac bush or tree to multiply over time. Sumac prefers any variety of soil that is well-drained. In the dry season, the sumac should be irrigated. They can survive during a drought but will grow taller and stronger if provided with water in the interim.
Hardy Planting Zone- Zones 3-9
Bloom Season (if any) - Spring
Bloom Color - Greenish white to red
Height at Maturity - 15ft - 30ft
Soil Type Preferred- Any well-drained soil
I love the originality of this tree! Very different!
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.
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Ships November through April |