Winged Sumac

Rhus copallinum

$44.99

In Stock
Key Features
Mature Height

7 - 15'

Container Size

2 Gallon

Bloom Time

July, August

Bloom Color

Green, White

Soil Moisture

Dry, Medium

Soil Type

Average, dry to medium, well-drained.

Hardiness Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Light Requirements

Part shade, Part Sun, Full sun

U.S. Range

AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV

Winged Sumac (Rhus copallinum) is a large deciduous shrub (sometimes considered a small tree) that grows naturally on dry hillsides, open woods, prairies, rocky slopes, and sandy woodlands. The attractive, dark green foliage turns a brilliant orange-red in the fall. This shrub has high wildlife value. The tiny greenish-yellow flowers that bloom on large (4-8″) showy panicles provide nectar for native butterflies and bees. The red fruit clusters that appear in the fall persist into the winter and provide food for birds and small mammals. It also provides cover and habitat for birds and other wildlife. Winged Sumac is a host plant for the Red-Banded Hairstreak (shown above). The berry-like fruits are also edible and can be used to make a lemonade-like drink.

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.

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