Rhus aromatica (Fragrant Sumac, Sweet scented Sumac)
Rhus aromatica (Fragrant Sumac, Sweet scented Sumac) is endemic to the Chicago Region. Fragrant Sumac is a low-growing shrub with a dense, fragrant tangle of stems. Use as a ground cover in clumps or as a shrub to help stabilize banks and slopes. When crushed, the glossy, blue-green leaves have a lemon smell, and in the fall, they become a combination of crimson, burgundy, and purple colors.
Botanical Name : Rhus aromatica
Common Name : Fragrant Sumac, Sweet scented Sumac
Height : 6- 12 ft
Spread : 8 ft
Germination Info : Seed requires a scarification prior to sowing
Hardiness zone : 3-9
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 1875