{"product_id":"fragrant-sumac-shrub","title":"Fragrant Sumac Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant Sumac\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eRhus aromatica\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Lemon Sumac, Aromatic Sumac, Polecat Bush, is a four-season workhorse native shrub that pairs citrus-scented foliage and fiery autumn color with incredible erosion-control power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant Sumac is one of the most versatile and rewarding native shrubs of eastern and central North America. Opening with soft yellow flower catkins in early spring, it ripens clusters of fuzzy red berries in summer before closing the year with brilliant orange, scarlet, and deep purple fall foliage. Its glossy three-lobed leaves release a refreshing citrus-spicy scent when crushed, while its dense, spreading habit forms a resilient, wildlife-rich thicket that stabilizes tough slopes and dry banks with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular Fall Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves transform into blazing shades of orange, red, and deep burgundy in fall—easily outshining invasive ornamentals like Burning Bush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic Citrus Foliage: \u003c\/strong\u003eGlossy, clover-like leaves release a pleasant lemon-spicy aroma whenever brushed or crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear-Round Habitat Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early spring flowers feed emerging bees, summer foliage hosts caterpillars, and fuzzy red berries provide critical emergency winter food for songbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkably Site-Tolerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly adaptable to dry rocky slopes, sandy banks, and heavy clay soils in both full sun and dappled shade — one of the most adaptable native shrubs in eastern North America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Erosion Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spreads reliably via underground rhizomes to anchor loose soil, control erosion, and cover difficult dry slopes or rocky banks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown non-GMO and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003eneonicotinoid-free\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure a healthy ecosystem for your local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shrub ships in a one gallon container with established root mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Fragrant Sumac?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant Sumac is a powerhouse plant for restoring native ecosystems and supporting wildlife food webs. Its early spring blooms offer vital nectar to emerging \u003cb\u003emining bees and sweat bees\u003c\/b\u003e, while its foliage serves as a crucial caterpillar host for \u003cb\u003eRed-banded Hairstreaks, Banded Hairstreaks, and Luna Moths\u003c\/b\u003e. In late summer and winter, its persistent, velvet-red berry clusters feed over 30 species of birds, including \u003cb\u003ebluebirds, chickadees, robins, and grouse\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun to part shade in dry to medium, well-drained rocky, sandy, or clay soils. Extremely tolerant of poor fertility and steep slopes, but requires good drainage—avoid low, soggy spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during its first season to establish a deep, spreading root system. Once established, it is exceptionally drought-tolerant and thrives on natural rainfall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal care required. If desired, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to shape the shrub and remove any dead or damaged branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide and other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/a\u003e in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the beauty and ecological benefits of Fragrant Sumac to your garden — a native shrub that rewards you with small, fragrant yellow flower clusters in early spring (March–May) before or just as leaves emerge while supporting pollinators and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":54429856596334,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-FRGSUMAC-1GAL-1","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":54429856629102,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-FRGSUMAC-1GAL-2","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":54429856661870,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-FRGSUMAC-1GAL-4","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/fragrant-sumac-shrub-3774410.png?v=1786067420","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/fragrant-sumac-shrub","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}