$44.99
Edible Native Plants, Pollinator Plants
9' - 15'
2 Gallon
June
Green, Yellow
Dry, Medium
Average, dry to medium, well-drained.
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Part shade, Part Sun, Full sun
AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
Smooth Sumac (Rhus glabra) is a large, deciduous shrub that grows naturally in open woodlands, prairies, dry rocky hillsides, and in canyons. Interestingly, it is the only shrub or tree native to all 48 contiguous states. In landscaping, Smooth Sumac is good for hedges, naturalized areas, and erosion control. In summer, the tiny green flowers bloom on large, tall panicles that attract birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. On female plants, flowers give way to drupes of edible crimson berries. Fruit is a valuable winter food source for birds and mammals, and can even be used for lemonade. The large compound leaves turn a vibrant orange to scarlet in the fall. It is the larval host to the Red-Banded Hairstreak Butterfly (shown above).
Direct Native Plants ships from our nurseries in Middle River, Maryland, and Woodstock, Illinois. Orders are shipped via FedEx Ground from these locations and typically arrive at most destinations within two (2) business days from the day they ship.
To get your plants to you as quickly and efficiently as possible, we ship orders based on current inventory availability and your proximity to our nurseries. This helps ensure faster delivery and the best experience for your order. In some cases, items in the same order may ship from different locations.
