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Rhus trilobata

Squawbush, Skunkbush, Three Leaf Su

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Durable long lived native shrub. During summer, lush green foliage & rounded form. Fall, foliage provides splash of yellow to red. Orange red berries are attractive. Occurs 3-10000' Canada to Mexico. Fast growing deciduous shrub 3-5' x 8-10'. Low elevations produce smaller plants. Leaves are three lobed, dark green range from yellow to orange to red in fall. Fleshy orange red fruit attracts birds. Full sun to part shade. Good drainage. Tolerant of poor soils & drought.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation systems once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.

If your controller is not a smart controller, it should be reprogrammed as the weather changes.