You will receive a seed packet containing 1 gram or a minimum of 100 fresh Staghorn sumac seeds. Rhus typhina, also known as Staghorn Sumac, Green-flowered Sumach, Velvet Sumac, and Stag’s Horn Sumach is a member of the Anacardiaceae family related to cashews, mangos, and pistachios. This small tree-like shrub is native to Eastern North America and gets its name from the small hair-like filaments that cover its branches resembling the texture of deer antlers in velvet. Staghorn Sumac blooms in spring and produces clusters of green-yellowish-colored flowers that attract many pollinators including bees and butterflies. As the flowers develop into large clusters of small berries other wildlife such as birds and small mammals are fond of eating these maroon-colored treats. Staghorn Horn berries have a sour tart flavor that people enjoy as well. Commonly made into tinctures, spice blends, and syrups. Sumac is used to create a drink similar to lemonade called Sumac-ade; a refreshing unique drink perfect for summer! Growing this plant from seed is easy and once established is drought tolerant making it a fantastic addition to your yard or outdoor space!

EDIBLE BERRIES- Staghorn Horn berries have a sour tart flavor that people enjoy as well. Commonly made into tinctures, spice blends, and syrups. Sumac is used to create a drink similar to lemonade called Sumac-ade; a refreshing unique drink perfect for summer!
POLLINATOR PLANT- Staghorn Sumac is a perennial deciduous shrub native to Eastern North America that thrives in growing zones 5-8. Help your local ecosystem by planting Staghorn Sumac. Bees love its spring and summer blooms while birds get to enjoy eating its berries throughout the winter!
EASY-TO-GROW- Ideal temperature for germination is between 70°-80°F, you can expect seedlings to emerge 10-20 days after planting. Plant seeds in full sun and well-draining soil 18-24 inches apart. Staghorn Sumac can live 50-100 years and remains hardy down to 0°F.
NOT DEER RESISTANT- Deer and other small mammals will nibble on your Sumac especially in winter when food is scarce. Planting your Sumac in a fenced area may protect it from occasional visitors or you can choose to share this amazing plant with the local wildlife!
SUMMER FLOWERS- Large clusters of greenish-yellow flowers will bloom in summer!
NATURALLY GROWN - NO pesticides, herbicides or chemical fertilizers are EVER used on Smoke Camp Crafts' products. The seeds you order have been grown using only natural methods without any synthetic inputs.
GUARANTEED TO GROW - If you don’t have success with your seeds after following the planting instructions included in the package, let us know and we will send you a replacement free of charge. If you are simply unsatisfied with your order for any reason, please let us know and we will happily send you a replacement. No questions asked.
WOMEN-OWNED - Smoke Camp Crafts is a WBENC certified small, woman-owned business located in central West Virginia.