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Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Family Anacardiaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The deciduous shrub Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' (fragrant sumac) bears pastel yellow blossoms during mid spring. The showy glossy foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' (fragrant sumac) yields showy and medium orange fruit. This plant has bark that is fragrant. A specimen plant, Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' (fragrant sumac) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, ground cover, hedge and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' tolerates drought. This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' (fragrant sumac) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.