Smooth Sumach Tree | Rhus glabra
Glossy leaves and autumn fire
Grown by Danielle
South Downs National Park
2 Year Old Tree in a 10L Pot
80-100cm inc. pot on arrival
In stock
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The highlights
- Suckering, shrubby tree
- Small tree - grows up to 2.5m
- Glossy leaves on red stems turn scarlet
- Attractive chartreuse flower panicles
Description
- Rhus glabra is known as Smooth or Scarlet Sumach - both names get it right! This compact deciduous variety can be grown as a tree or a shrub and is known for its smooth branches and rich autumn colour. The shiny, blue-green leaves grow up to 45cm long from dark green stems, turning to a warm scarlet in autumn
- Dense conical clusters of tiny yellow-green flowers appear in summer, followed by crimson fruits on female plants in autumn
- The compact size and well balanced shape of this tree make it the ideal backdrop for a border. Alternatively, it makes a great feature plant for a circular bed or large pot
- Fully hardy and easy to grow - plant it in a sunny spot for the best leaf colour
What to expect
What to expect
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How to grow
How to grow
Good pest and disease resistance
Generally pest-free. May be affected by honey fungus, coral spot and verticillium wilt
A little watering when new
When newly planted, your tree needs a little watering at least once a month for the initial couple of months. Afterwards keep moist but well drained.
Full Sun
For the best leaf colour, plant where the tree will receive around 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
Most fertile, well-drained soils
This tree will flourish in any moderately fertile, moist and well drained soil except for chalk.
Feeding not required
A low maintenance tree which gets its nutrients from the soil. You can add a sprinkle of general purpose fertilizer when planting to boost root growth.
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South Downs National Park
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Danielle's nursery has been growing trees in the South Downs National Park for over a century, and it shows. Dug up and sent straight to your garden at between 18-36 months old, their quality rootstocks, expert pruning and natural pest control mean that these traditionally field-grown trees are the hardiest you can get.
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