Attractive fall colors and structure of Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' Tiger Eyes® (Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac) in a 3-gallon container
Close-up photo of the fall colors and attractive texture of Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' Tiger Eyes® (Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac) foliage

Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' Tiger Eyes® (Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac)

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Widely known for its large shrub/small tree habit and showy fruiting bodies, Rhus typhina, also called staghorn sumac, is a showy, versatile native plant that can be found across large swathes of North America, and the Tiger Eyes® cultivar adds a ton of ornamental value to this already incredible plant. While a traditional specimen of staghorn sumac can grow to 15-30' tall, the cutleaf Tiger Eyes® cultivar grows to a mature size of only 3-6' tall and wide, making it the perfect addition to a variety of home garden spaces. In addition to its dwarf habit, the Tiger Eyes® cultivar produces yellow-toned folliage with deep dissections, adding graceful movement to its already beautiful compound leaves. Finally, with its suckering growth habit, Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' makes for an excellent hedge plant, as it will slowly form dense thickets over time; when hedge structure is paired with its attractive, dissected leaves, Tiger Eyes® is sure to impress.

Rhus typhina grows best full sun to partial shade and in medium-dry soils, but tolerates a wide variety of soil conditions so long as its in a well-draining spot. Commonly found in the wild in woodland edges, on stream banks, and on steep slopes, staghorn sumac tolerates erosion, drought and dry soil, and soils polluted by black walnut. While lower plants parts are resistant to rabbit damage, leaves and young branches may still be eaten by deer, which may impact its showiness. Aside from feeding deer, small and insignificant sumac flowers are a great nectar source for a variety of bees in the early summer, and the plant's dense clusters of red, sticky berries are an excellent food source for a number of bird species from summer well through the winter. With a ton of wildlife value and a ton of ornamental value (especially with fiery fall colors in full swing), Rhus typhina Tiger Eyes® is a great addition to the home landscape.

Native to U.S., Native to Maryland, and Native to Eastern Shore
Mature Tree Height: Small: under 15 feet
Deciduous
Sun (6+ hours) and Part Shade/Sun (4-6 hours of sun)
Soil Moisture: Medium to Dry and Well-drained
Soil Type: Average, Poor, and Rocky
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Color: Green and Yellow
Foliage Color: Green and Yellow
Features: Attracts Birds, Attracts Pollinators, Berries, Erosion Control, and Fall Color
Tolerances: Black Walnut Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, and Drought Tolerant
Garden Type: Pollinator Garden, Woodland Garden, Small Space, Specimen Tree, and Border/Screen

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