Staghorn Sumac Trees

Staghorn Sumac is a large shrub or small tree that matures 16 feet tall. It is woody with long, pinnately compound leaves. The velvety feel and forking pattern of the leaves and branching give the plant its name.

Staghorn Sumac Has Pine-Cone Like Blooms That Is Deep Red

It is a tree that flowers with densely packed cone-shaped deep red flowers. These seedlings are a favorite plant with gardeners in their natural form and cut to resemble palm trees. It thrives in dry, poor soil where most other garden plants die. It is hardy from U.S.D.A. Zone 3 to 8.

Staghorn Sumac Has Stunning Blooms In Fall

Their quizzical fuzzy petals stand out with the look of a stag's new horn growth. Hence the name "Staghorn Sumac." These are your seedlings if you want to add extra warm colors to your garden in the fall.

These are great beginner plants that can withstand most extremes. For over 500 years, the French and Germans have admired this garden plant as the "vinegar tree."

You Can Shape The Staghorn Sumac Like A Palm Tree

If you want to crop or shape this plant, many gardeners will orient the leaves to form a small palm tree. Enjoy this fantastic and traditional garden plant.

These plants prefer regions with medium-moist soils and are well-drained. These seedlings provide gorgeous beauty by producing love oval-shaped leaves and blooms that appear as horns.

The Staghorn Sumac Foliage In Fall Turns Purple, Orange, To Yellow

The leaves of the Staghorn Sumac turn orange, yellow, and lovely purple in the fall. This tree blooms typically during the spring months.