Staghorn Sumac vs Flame Amur Maple - TreeTime.ca

Staghorn Sumac vs Flame Amur Maple

Rhus typhina

Acer ginnala Flame

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Staghorn Sumac
Flame Amur Maple

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.

A selection of the Amur Maple, the Flame Amur Maple has a brilliant red fall color. The leaves emerge bright green and turn a fiery red in autumn. The seeds on the Flame Amur maple are also a pleasant red color, adding color interest to your yard or garden.

Staghorn Sumac Quick Facts

Flame Amur Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: bright red
Flowers: small, green-yellow
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: stags horn sumach, velvet sumac