Rhus typhina 'Laciniata'

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Description

The 'Laciniata' variety is a deciduous, beautiful shrub that grows 15'- 30' tal. It has lacey, soft, fern-like foliage which turns to yellow, orange and scarlet in fall. It prefers full to part sun with regular watering and more in hot summer months. Birds and butterflies love this plant. A great plant for containers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Lawn, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.