Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac

  • Totally non-poisonous groundcover
  • Fragrant yellow flowers bloom in April followed by red fruit
  • Flowers are a nectar source for adult butterflies
  • Stunning fall colors of red, yellow and orange
  • Colonizes to form thickets, even in poor soil
  • Erosion control
  • Fast and low growing
  • Drought tolerant once established
  • The berries are relished by birds
  • Deer and frost tolerant

Low-growing and fast spreading, this plant is a perfect low groundcover for banks, groupings, and poor soil areas. Fragrant yellow flowers bloom in April followed by red, pubescent fruit. Showy orange-red fall color. Beautiful fall color with fast compact growth makes an excellent groundcover, perfect for erosion control and steep banks. Deer tolerant, Frost tolerant.

Attributes
• Fall Color
• Fragrant
• Native
Maintenance and Care
• Drought Tolerant
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Flower Color
• Yellow
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Shade
Habit
• Compact
• Ground Cover
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Prefers average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerant of wide range of soils except those that are poorly drained. In late winter, remove all dead, diseased or damaged branches.