About This Product
Botanical Name: Rhus ovata, Schmaltzia ovata
Common Name: Sugar Bush, Sumac
An evergreen shrub with a neat, upright, round growth habit. Dark green foliage is egg-shaped, pointed, and leathery. Spring, white-pink flower clusters are followed by fuzzy red fruits that are tasty in lemonade-type drinks. Fruits are smaller than those of R. integrifolia. Attracts birds. Good for erosion control. Southern California native. Likes hot, dry climates.
USDA Zone: Zones 6 - 10
Sunset Zone: Zones 9 - 12, 14 - 24
Mature Height: 6 - 12 feet
Mature Width: 6 - 12 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Low
