The harvesting season for Rhus aromatica typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
fragrant sumac
Rhus aromatica
Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It is commonly found in dry open woods, savannas, and prairies. The plant has attractive, aromatic leaves. These leaves have a lemon-like scent and can be crushed and sniffed to release fragrance. Fragrant sumac shows off small clusters of yellow-green flower sprays in late spring to early summer. The flowers then give rise to velvety hues of red-purple succulent fruits that are edible and packed with antioxidants. With its interesting form and foliage, fragrant sumac is an ideal choice for landscapes and gardens. It is considered an important food source for birds and wildlife.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Root Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Fruits:
red,brown Fruits Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
Fragrant Sumac should be watered deeply and infrequently, approximately every 2-3 weeks. To properly water, make sure to saturate the soil evenly, allowing water to trickle down into the root zone. To test if the plant is sufficiently watered, push your finger down about 2 inches into the soil. If the soil is dry, it is time to water again. During the summer months, the plant may need to be watered more often. During this time, make sure to check the soil frequently to ensure that it is not getting overly dry.
sunlight
Fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica) prefers full sun exposure for at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day. When grown in partial shade, the plant may have reduced flowering and be less vigorous. Specifically, if planted in partial shade, fragrant sumac should be exposed to at least 6-8 hours of filtered sun in order for it to thrive. If planted in full sun, the fragrant sumac should receive direct sunlight for at least 4-6 hours every day. If grown in full shade, the fragrant sumac will not thrive and will eventually die.
pruning
Fragrant sumac should be pruned in late winter or early spring, when the plant is still dormant. Pruning should be limited to light shaping or thinning out dense growth, removing no more than 1-third of the total growth. Dead or damaged branches, suckers, and water sprouts can also be removed at anytime. Pruning can be done annually, but it is not essential and only needs to be done if the plant is becoming too crowded or unruly for your landscape design.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Fragrant sumac typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Fragrant sumac typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Rhus aromatica typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
