Bloemen-flowers Rhus typhina - Velvet tree

• Article number: RHUTYP01

Rhus typhina is a hardy tree native to North America, where it is found primarily in sandy and rocky areas.

The Rhus often grows as a shrub, presenting itself as a large, multi-stemmed shrub. It can reach a substantial diameter of up to 5 meters and grows to a height of approximately 4 meters. When pruned as a tree, the plant can reach greater heights.

The value of this tree lies in its flowering in the summer. The red color of the flowers contrasts beautifully with the green leaves of the Rhus. When the plant has finished flowering, the fruits retain the same shape as the flowers previously had. These cone-shaped fruits stand upright on the often overhanging branches of the plant. The fruits themselves have an unpleasant taste, and this is where the Rhus gets its other name: the vinegar tree.

When autumn arrives, the Rhus's leaves will change color. They will first turn yellow and later change to bright red. The leaves remain on the plant for a very long time compared to other deciduous plants, making it a very easy plant to distinguish during this period.

This plant performs best in open ground. Fertilization before flowering is recommended. Furthermore, you can apply shape pruning if you wish.
It is best to prune in the summer by removing branches that are growing too close together.
Winter hardiness zone 4 (-30ºC).