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Rhus typhina 'Laciniata'

Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac

Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina ‘Laciniata’) brings a finely divided leaf texture to a large deciduous shrub. Deep cuts in the leaflets create a lacy effect across the branching framework.

Orange-red fall color makes the foliage especially conspicuous late in the season. Give it enough room to develop as an informal specimen or part of a broad planting.

Grow in sun with well-drained soil. Established staghorn sumac tolerates dry conditions.

Size
• Height: 10–20 ft

Hardiness
• Cold-hardiness reference: USDA Zone 3

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Border

Plant type
Deciduous Shrub
Height
10-20 ft
Width
15-25'
Hardiness zones
3–9
Sunlight
Full Sun
Bloom time
Spring
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Orange Red
Attracts
Hummingbirds
Soil
Dry Area, Well Drained
Landscape use
Border, Specimen
Shape
Spreading
Fruit
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Deer resistant
Yes
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
Yes