Fragrant Sumac Shrub – Rhus aromatica

Add Texture, Color, and Fragrance to Your Landscape

The Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica) is a versatile, low-growing shrub that brings beauty and resilience to gardens year-round. Its three-lobed, aromatic leaves release a pleasant fragrance when touched, making it a unique and sensory addition to your landscape. In spring, clusters of small yellow flowers emerge, followed in late summer by red berry-like fruits that attract birds and wildlife. As the seasons change, its foliage transforms into brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple, offering spectacular fall color.

This hardy native is not only drought tolerant once established but also naturally deer resistant, making it a low-maintenance, reliable choice for borders, slopes, and naturalized plantings.

Key Features

• Multi-season appeal: yellow spring blooms, summer fruit, and vibrant fall color

• Aromatic foliage releases a fresh, pleasant scent

• Attracts birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects

• Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established

• Native to North America and well-suited for a variety of landscapes

• Ideal for erosion control, groundcover, or naturalized plantings

Enhance your outdoor space with the Fragrant Sumac, a shrub that combines beauty, fragrance, and ecological value in every season.