Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac

Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’) spreads into a low, broad cover with glossy green leaves. Each leaf has three leaflets, and the foliage develops orange-red tones in fall.

Small yellow flowers and red fruit add quieter details. Stems can root where they touch the ground, helping the shrub fill a bank or connect a grouped planting.

Plant in sun or partial shade, preferably in acidic soil with good drainage. Allow room for spreading stems.

Size
• Height: 2–3 ft
• Width: 6–8 ft

Hardiness
• Cold-hardiness reference: USDA Zone 3

Best Uses
• Ground Cover
• Erosion control slopes
• Mass Planting

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Groundcover

Height

2-3 ft

Width

6-8 ft

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange Red

Fruit color

Red

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Erosion control slopes, Ground Cover, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading, Wide Spreading

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No