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RHUS glabra
Commonly known as Scarlet sumach, Smooth sumach
Pinnate leaves turn to red and orange-yellow in autumn. Panicles of scarlet fruits
£25.00 each
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Good to know
Male and female flowers are usually produced on separate plants. Plants of both genders are required for fruits. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
North America, Mexico. -
Deciduousleaves to 45cm (18in) long with 15-31, oblong-lance-shaped, toothed, glossy, bluish green leaflets.
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Yellow
Yellowish green. -
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Pinnate
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Lanceolate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubBushy, suckering shrub producing smooth, hairless shoots. Produces flowers in upright, conical panicles to 25cm (10in) long.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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may cause skin allergy
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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