Winged sumac is an excellent and versatile native shrub that puts out beautiful, lacy flower clusters that mature into berries that delight birds and can be steeped for tea. This suckering species is a great option for naturalizing, supporting wildlife, and even for screening.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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Ornamental Interest
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Fall Foliage |
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Fall/Winter Fruit |
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Summer Bloom |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Host Plant |
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Attracts Bees |
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Tolerance
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Urban Environment |
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Salt Tolerant |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Additional Attributes
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Dioecious (fruits only on female plants) |
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Low Maintenance |
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Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization |
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Landscape Use
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Naturalize |
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Hedge/screening |
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Massing |
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Specimen |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Red Fruit |
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Red to Purple Fall Foliage |
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Growth Habit
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