Staghorn Sumac "Tiger Eyes"

A Staghorn Sumac Unlike Any Other

[b]Catmint[/b]

Rhus typhina, ordinarily known as Staghorn Sumac, is a native throughout the Eastern United States. It survives in the most inhospitable conditions and grows into large weed-inhibiting masses by suckering. In 2004, Bailey Nursery in Minnesota introduced a new Staghorn Sumac that is unlike any other - 'Tiger Eyes.' Unlike other Staghorn Sumacs, 'Tiger Eyes' is contract and slow spreading, making it a considerable expanding to the garden.

'Tiger Eyes' is medium-sized shrub with lacy, fern-like foliage. The leaves start out as animated chartreuse green in color but soon convert to a brilliant yellow. It is this beautiful foliage that has caused amazing popularity nearby the world. The fuzzy light purple branches offer a beautiful divergence to the animated yellow leaves. The branches are angled upward while the leaves hang down resulting in an Oriental feel. The fall show of color is as spectacular as any deciduous shrub. Starting in mid-October the foliage turns from yellow to a scarlet-orange and then to velvet red. 'Tiger Eyes' matures at an median height of six feet with an equal spread.

'Tiger Eyes' is refined sufficient to be used as an accent specimen. Combines beautifully in the garden with maroon-leaved Black Lace Elderberry and blu-flowering Nepeta (catmint). Once established, it is tough sufficient to survive foreseen, drought and neglect. It is hard to conceive of a shrub that will tolerate more abuse and still survive. Perfect used in masses on large, steep, dry banks where nothing else will survive.

Planting and Care

Unlike many plants with yellow foliage, 'Tiger Eyes' will thrive in full sun without any scorching. Once it is established it will tolerate poor soil, cold winters, and drought.

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Staghorn Sumac "Tiger Eyes"