Rhus lanceolata
Flameleaf Sumac
Description
An ornamental tree that is a Texas native, grows to 25' tall and 20' wide. Deciduous leaves are spear-shaped and green, turning red in the fall. Showy white flowers appear in spring, followed by red berries. It has a rounded habit. Birds and butterflies love this tree. It does best in full sun and accepting of variety of soils and alkalinity. Established trees are heat and drought tolerant. Bark is light gray color.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.