Rhus typhina
Staghorn Sumac, Velvet Sumac
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
5 - 8m
Width:
6 - 9m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Tolerant
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt has been reported on this species.
Management Notes
Root suckering can be an issue