Rhus trilobata

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Squawbush, Skunkbush, Three Leaf Su

 
Plant photo of: Rhus trilobata
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Durable long lived native shrub. During summer, lush green foliage & rounded form. Fall, foliage provides splash of yellow to red. Orange red berries are attractive. Occurs 3-10000' Canada to Mexico. Fast growing deciduous shrub 3-5' x 8-10'. Low elevations produce smaller plants. Leaves are three lobed, dark green range from yellow to orange to red in fall. Fleshy orange red fruit attracts birds. Full sun to part shade. Good drainage. Tolerant of poor soils & drought.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Poisonous

Design Styles

Ranch, Water Garden, Wetlands, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Roadside, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.