Rhus glabra Laciniata 12 Litre Pot 80/100cm

Rhus glabra 'Laciniata', commonly known as Cutleaf Smooth Sumac, is a deciduous shrub or small tree renowned for its deeply divided, fern-like foliage and brilliant autumn color. It is a unique and attractive plant that provides multi-season interest with its striking foliage, architectural form, and vibrant fall hues. 

Here’s a detailed overview of Rhus glabra 'Laciniata':

• Leaves: The leaves are large, compound, and deeply cut, giving them a delicate, feathery appearance. Each leaf consists of numerous leaflets with finely serrated edges, contributing to its ornamental texture. In autumn, the foliage turns brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow, making it a showstopper in the garden.
• Growth Habit: This shrub has an open, spreading habit with a vase-like structure. Its distinctive, smooth, hairless stems give it a sleek appearance compared to other sumacs.
• Bloom Time: Small yellowish-green flowers appear in early summer (June to July) in dense, upright clusters.
• Flower Appearance: The flowers are not particularly showy, but they develop into more visually interesting fruit clusters later in the season.
• Fruit Appearance: After flowering, Rhus glabra 'Laciniata' produces bright red, cone-shaped clusters of small, hairy fruits (drupes) that persist into winter, adding seasonal interest. The fruits are a favorite of birds and other wildlife.
• Height and Spread: This sumac typically grows to a height of about 2 to 3 meters with a similar spread, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings.

Rhus glabra 'Laciniata' prefers well-drained soil but is highly adaptable and can thrive in poor, sandy, or rocky soils. It tolerates dry conditions and is well-suited to less fertile sites. This plant performs best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Full sun encourages the most vibrant fall color. Once established, Rhus glabra 'Laciniata' is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. It’s a good choice for low-maintenance or xeriscape gardens.

Its ability to spread by suckering and its tolerance of poor, dry soils makes it an excellent choice for stabilizing slopes or preventing erosion. Its spreading habit and wildlife-friendly attributes make it ideal for naturalistic plantings or wild gardens.Its striking foliage and autumn color make it a beautiful addition to mixed borders or as a specimen plant in smaller garden spaces.

Overall, this cultivar is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to add a distinctive and visually appealing shrub to their landscape

Rhus glabra Laciniata 12 Litre Pot 80/100cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.