Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Rhus typhina ‘Tiger Eye’
Common Name: Tiger Eye® Sumac
Family: Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Height: 3-4 feet at maturity
Spread: 4-5 feet
Foliage Color: Golden-yellow, turning orange-red in fall
Fruit Color: Red
Growth Habit: Compact, rounded
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Cold Hardiness: Hardy in a range of climates
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free; resistant to most diseases
Why You Will Love Tiger Eye® Sumac
Tiger Eye® Sumac offers a stunning splash of golden-yellow foliage and a compact, rounded form that adds vibrant color and texture to your garden. Its brilliant fall colors and unique appearance make it a standout feature in garden beds or borders. Enjoy the year-round visual interest and minimal maintenance of Tiger Eye® Sumac, enhancing your landscape with its bold beauty and resilience.
Tiger Eye® Sumac
Tiger Eye® Sumac is a vibrant, deciduous shrub known for its striking, golden-yellow foliage and unique, compact form. Typically growing 3-4 feet in height and 4-5 feet in spread, this cultivar of Rhus typhina features finely divided leaves that turn a brilliant orange-red in the fall. Its small, red fruit adds visual interest and attracts wildlife. Tiger Eye® Sumac is ideal for adding color and texture to garden beds, borders, or as a standout specimen plant.
