Harvesting of Rhus copallinum var. latifolia typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
dwarf sumac
Rhus copallinum var. latifolia
Dwarf sumac (Rhus copallinum var. latifolia) is a small, multi-branching, deciduous shrub typically found in dry woods and glades. It grows up to 3 feet high with spreading branches and dark green leaves that have a glossy upper surface. It bears numerous clusters of small yellow flowers in summer and fruits in the fall that range from pale yellow to bright red. This plant provides interest year-round as it often holds its dried leaves throughout the winter. Dwarf sumac is an excellent choice for providing texture and winter structure in native plant and wildlife gardens.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Root Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Greenish-yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red,brown Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Dwarf sumac (Rhus copallinum var. latifolia) is a drought tolerant shrub that can thrive with minimal watering. In general, it should be watered deeply and infrequently when planted in the landscape. Generally, during the first summer after planting, water weekly and then reduce watering to about every 2 weeks. In the fall, as temperatures drop and the plant enters dormancy, reduce watering frequency to once a month throughout the winter. In the spring when new growth begins to emerge, water the plant weekly. During summer months, water when the soil is dry and administer deep waterings once a week.
sunlight
Dwarf sumac (Rhus copallinum var. latifolia) typically require 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to meet their photosynthetic and growth needs. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. During extremely hot summer days, it will appreciate a bit of afternoon shade to prevent sunburn. In the winter months, Dwarf sumac will appreciate some morning sunlight to keep it from becoming too leggy.
pruning
Dwarf sumac (Rhus copallinum var. latifolia) should be pruned in early spring before new growth begins. Start pruning by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. This process is called "deadheading" and is essential for keeping a healthy, attractive shrub. Prune back any stem that is growing too vigorously or exceeds the desired size of the shrub by cutting it at the desired height. Avoid cutting too much all at once; this can encourage a rash of weak new growth that is more prone to diseases and pests. Finally, if needed, thin out the shrub by cutting some of the thinner or weaker stems near the base of the bush. This will also help to ensure that the shrub has an attractive shape and size.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Dwarf sumac typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Dwarf sumac typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Rhus copallinum var. latifolia typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
