Fragrant sumac foliage October, 1991 The cousin of poison ivy. And just like its cousin, fragrant sumac’s leaves turns lovely colors in the fall, ranging from red to burgundy and purple.

Fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica) is a low-growing shrub, about 2 to 4 feet high, that suckers to form dense thickets. The glossy green leaves turn brilliant red in fall.

Dwarf fragrant sumac is a low-growing native shrub with yellow flowers in the early spring and has scented bark and foliage that are responsible for its name.

Smooth sumac and fragrant sumac remind me of the Native Americans that first occupied this land, simply because they were such important sources of food, medicines, weaving materials and dyes.

Fragrant Sumac, Rhus trilobata*: Medium-size deciduous shrub for fall color* Rhus trilobata, with the common names fragrant sumac or skunkbush sumac, is a native shrub with gorgeous fall foliage ...

Fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica) A low-growing mounding shrub with brilliant fall color, it’s ideal for hot, dry areas like next to a sidewalk or under a window sill. It can reach 5 feet tall ...

A: This is a classic case of how common names can lead to identity trouble.There are some 250 species of sumac (a common name for the genus Rhus), and these range from nasty poison-ivy-like viners ...

One such plant is the 'Gro-Low' fragrant sumac (Rhus aromatica 'Gro-Low'). It also does well in dry areas, as it's drought-tolerant and doesn't mind growing in shallow rocky soil.