Rhus typhina 'Dissecta' - 60-80 CM C7.5

Description
These produce red fruits from the beginning of August, which keep for a very long time.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Rhus hirta, Rhus typhina var. laciniata.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornamentation * picturesque shrub * light brown shoots * attractive orange-yellow, red autumn colouring * hardy in urban climates

Leaves
Attractive orange-yellow to red autumn colouring.

Bark
Dark brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Stag's horn sumach 'Dissecta' is compact and picturesque in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant. - This plant does not tolerate heavy soil. If necessary, the soil structure can be improved when planting by working in sand and mature compost.

Flower
The light green flowers appear in panicles from June to July.

fruit
The red fruits of Rhus typhina 'Dissecta' are particularly decorative. These appear from the beginning of August. Adhere for a very long time.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub

Shoots
The shoots of Rhus typhina 'Dissecta' are tomentose, light brown in colour.

Root
Rhus typhina 'Dissecta' is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.