Xela's Garden

Stag's Horn Sumach

Genus: Rhus.

Species: Rhus typhina.

Planted 01.12 drive pot Vistabile back garden
Bought 01.12 B&Q ?

Common Name: Stag's horn sumach
Genus: Rhus
Species: typhina
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Moist
Height: 400cm
Spread: 300cm

The North American stag's horn sumach, grown in gardens for over 350 years, is spectacular in autumn when its foliage turns fiery orange, gold, scarlet or purple The effect is greater when set against the dense cones of red fruit borne by female plants. It is prone to producing suckers but these can be mown off in lawns, or plants may be grown in large tubs. When dug up rooted suckers are an easy way to propagate new plants.

Looks good with:
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'
Corylus maxima 'Purpurea'
[Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/plants/plant_finder/plant_pages/7471.shtml ]

Little or no annual pruning is needed. However, if you want more spectacular foliage displays and are prepared to miss out on the flowers and fruit, cut all stems back to a stubby framework of branches or to near ground level during mid-spring. Also, wear stout gardening gloves to remove any suckering shoots that arise around the base of the plant. Neglected plants can be renovated by cutting all stems to near ground level, or if this is too drastic for you, remove one-in-three of the oldest stems each year for three years until the whole shrub has been rejuvenated.
[Source: http://www.gardenfreebies.co.uk/pruning-in-march.htm ]

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