Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low')
rus air-oh-MAT-ih-kah 'Gro-Low'
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Deciduous Perennial Shrub in the Anacardiaceae Family
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Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low' offers a low-growing, spreading form with fragrant foliage that delights the senses. Its vibrant autumn colors and resilience make it a perfect choice for ground cover in any garden. |
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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Pros
Illinois Nativar Fall Color Salt Tolerant Fragrant Flower Ornamental Fruit
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Mature Size |
3 - 4 feet
tall. 6 - 8 feet
wide.
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Sun Exposure |
Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance |
Medium - |
Zones |
3a - 9b
(Usually hardy to -40° F)
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Attracts Bees, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Attracts Birds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Colorful Foliage, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Fall Color, Fall interest, Filler, For a Shady Spot, Foundation, Fragrant, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant Foliage, Full Sun, Good for Beginners, Good for Hedges, Good for Mass Planting, Good for Rain Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Nativar, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Popular For Fall, Prairie Garden, Rabbit Resistant, Shade Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Shrub, Tolerant of Poor Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Woodland Garden
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Bloom Period |
March to April
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Flower Color |
Yellow
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Foliage Color |
Reddish-purple
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Commonly Planted with...
Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Salvia, Aster, Monarda, Penstemon, Coreopsis, Heliopsis, Agastache, Sedum.
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