Rhus virens
Evergreen Sumac
Description
This large evergreen shrub has shiny foliage and large clusters of white flowers that attract butterflies. This shrub can reach 8' tall and 12' wide. Leaves are thick and leathery, reaching 1"-2" long. This shrub does well in full sun and all kinds of soil. It does not need pruning. It will do better with supplemental watering when getting established. Flowers appear in late fall and summer.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.