Staghorn Sumac vs Rugosa Rose - TreeTime.ca

Staghorn Sumac vs Rugosa Rose

Rhus typhina

Rosa rugosa

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Staghorn Sumac
Rugosa Rose

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.

Rugosa Rose is well-known for its incredible cold hardiness and disease resistance. This variety was grown from seed so naturally the flower colour should range between white and red. Try using the rose hips to make syrups or add flavor to existing fruit dishes and drinks.

Due to their overly thorny stems, Rugosa Rose is perfect for creating an impenetrable, deer resistant hedge. We recommend applying mulch during the summer months to retain moisture, cool the roots, and prevent weeds.

Staghorn Sumac Quick Facts

Rugosa Rose Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: long
Suckering: low
Suckering: medium
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: orange-red
Flowers: small, green-yellow
Flowers: white, pink, or red
Fruit: small, red
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: stags horn sumach, velvet sumac