Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac — Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low') is one of the finest native low-growing shrubs for large-scale ground coverage, erosion control, and tough dry sites — a broadly rambling, deciduous native shrub that hugs the ground with aromatic trifoliate medium green foliage that transforms into a spectacular blaze of purple, orange, and red in fall, making it one of the best native shrubs for autumn color display. In early spring, before the foliage emerges, tiny yellow flowers bloom on the twig tips, providing an early nectar source for pollinators. Male flowers are followed by persistent catkins, while female flowers yield small clusters of attractive hairy red berries that persist through winter, adding additional ornamental interest and wildlife value. A Georgia native and North American native that is exceptionally tough, drought-tolerant, and adaptable to a wide range of dry to medium, well-drained soils in full to part sun. Hardy to Zone 3.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Tolerant of most well-drained soils. Drought-tolerant. Occasional susceptibility to leaf spot, rust, scale, aphids, and mites.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Aster, Blue Mist Spirea, Coneflower

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.