Description

A tough, western native groundcover variety that can be used on harsh sites; glossy, bright green summer foliage turns to reddish amber in fall; flowers are inconspicuous; great to cascade over boulders, retaining walls or slopes

Landscape Attributes

Autumn Amber Creeping Sumac is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a ground-hugging habit of growth. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.

Autumn Amber Creeping Sumac is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Autumn Amber Creeping Sumac will grow to be about 14 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 8 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 30 years.

This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selection of a native North American species.