Rhus microphylla |
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Littleleaf or Desert Sumac |
Deciduous shrub forms densely branched mound to 6' x 8'. Arching branches end in spine. Birds appreciate small red berries late summer. Compound deep green 5-9 leaflets. Red fall color. Extremely drought, soil, & heat tolerant. Spikes of tiny red flowers in early summer. Makes a dark beautiful evergreen shrub. Occurs in washes and on hillsides 2-6000' across Southwest. Needs good drainage. Fruit ornamental and wildlife food source.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Red
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.