Staghorn Sumac Seeds - Flower Plant

Staghorn Sumac is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its velvety branching stems, compound foliage, and upright clusters of red seed heads. This hardy native plant grows well in naturalized landscapes, woodland edges, slopes, and open garden areas where full sun and well-drained soil are available. It adapts to a wide range of temperate climate conditions and develops vibrant seasonal foliage color.

Features

• Velvety branching stems with compound foliage
• Produces upright red seed clusters
• Suitable for naturalized landscape planting
• Adapted to temperate climate conditions
• Vibrant seasonal foliage color changes
• Suitable for slopes and woodland edges

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Rhus typhina
• Common Name (US): Staghorn Sumac
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Shrub Seed
• Growth Habit: Deciduous shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 3-8
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring through fall
• Sowing Season: September to November or February to April after stratification
• Germination Time and Conditions: 1-3 months with scarification and cold stratification recommended
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy, rocky, or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering
• Mature Plant Size: 10-20 feet tall, 10-20 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-15 feet apart