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Rhus trilobata

Squawbush, Skunkbush, Three Leaf Su

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Durable long lived native shrub. During summer, lush green foliage & rounded form. Fall, foliage provides splash of yellow to red. Orange red berries are attractive. Occurs 3-10000' Canada to Mexico. Fast growing deciduous shrub 3-5' x 8-10'. Low elevations produce smaller plants. Leaves are three lobed, dark green range from yellow to orange to red in fall. Fleshy orange red fruit attracts birds. Full sun to part shade. Good drainage. Tolerant of poor soils & drought.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Poisonous

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust your irrigation controller frequently as weather changes. Plants need much less water in spring and fall than during mid-summer.

Call the Lawn Watering Infoline at 541-774-2460 for up-to-date sprinkling times.