Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) vs Staghorn Sumac - TreeTime.ca

Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) vs Staghorn Sumac

Syringa pubescens ssp. patula

Rhus typhina

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Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac)
Staghorn Sumac

Manchurian Lilac (aka Korean Lilac) is a medium-sized shrub that features fragrant clusters of pale purple flowers in late spring.

Manchurian Lilac is less affected by disease than other lilacs and will create a beautiful border, hedge, or privacy screen. If you are looking for a lilac for your shelterbelt, consider Common Purple Lilac or Villosa Lilac first.

Staghorn Sumac is a popular ornamental shrub with red velvet like antlers that produce seeds that provide nice winter interest for landscapers and gardeners.

This low-maintenance plant is a great addition to any garden it is also used in shelterbelts.

Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) Quick Facts

Staghorn Sumac Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: red and purple
Berries: red-pink berries
Harvest: mid July
Flowers: pale purple
Flowers: small, green-yellow
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: short
Suckering: none
Suckering: low




Other Names: korean lilac
Other Names: stags horn sumach, velvet sumac