Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low')
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Deciduous Perennial Shrub in the Anacardiaceae Family | |
Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' is a low-growing, spreading cultivar of the native fragrant Sumac. This ground-covering shrub typically reaches 3-4 feet in height and spreads up to 6-8 feet wide, creating a dense, carpet of foliage. The small, trifoliate leaves emerge reddish-purple in spring, mature to a glossy, deep green in summer, and then transform into vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in the fall. 'Gro-Low' thrives in full sun to partial shade and is prized for its ability to stabilize slopes, control erosion, and provide excellent ground cover in landscapes. Its aromatic foliage and adaptability to a variety of soil types make it a versatile and low-maintenance choice for residential gardens, native plant beds, and naturalized areas. |
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Mature Size | 3 - 4 feet tall. 6 - 8 feet wide. |
Sun Exposure | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance | Medium |
Zones | 3a - 9b (Usually hardy to -40° F) |
Tags | Deciduous, Fall Color, Foundation, Full Sun, Good for Rain Garden, Medium, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Popular For Fall, Rabbit Resistant, Shrub |
Bloom Period | March to April |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Foliage Color | Reddish-purple
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We try very hard to source exactly what you’d like, but sometimes growers run out of plants! While this variety is a great deal at the price shown, we know that it has limited availability. If you want the plant even if it might be more expensive, or in a different size or quantity -- after you place your order, just send us a quick note at help@northshoreplantclub.com. Then, we’ll try to get you some version of this from one of our growers. And if we can’t get it from anywhere, of course, we’ll send a refund!
Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.
Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.
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We order from a rotating cast of the best nurseries in the Great Lakes region. It looks like we've offered this plant in the past, but the nurseries we're working with this week don't appear to have it in stock at the moment.
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