10 Seeds Skunkbrush Sumac Rhus trilobata Native Ornamental Shrub

Skunkbrush Sumac (Rhus trilobata) is a hardy, deciduous native shrub known for its attractive three-lobed foliage, small yellow-green spring flowers, and clusters of reddish-orange fruit that persist into winter. Its compact, mounding habit and excellent fall color make it a valuable choice for native plant gardens, wildlife plantings, and low-maintenance landscapes.
This versatile shrub works well as a specimen, hedge, or mass planting, and its tart fruit can be used in beverages and preserves. It tolerates a range of soils and is well suited to xeriscapes and naturalized areas.
Species: Rhus trilobata
Type: Deciduous shrub
Plant_Habit: Compact, mounding
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable
Zones: 4-8
Germination: Cold stratification recommended
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover
Spacing: 4-6 feet
Notes: Drought tolerant once established