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Sumac, SkunkbushSkunkbush Sumac

(Rhus trilobata)
Shrub

20 Year Height: 8 feet
Growth Rate: slow
Growth Habit: ascending, new branchlets hairy
Drought Resistance: excellent
Wildlife Value: fall and winter food for birds
Flowers: light yellow
Other: scented leaves

Native species

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