Tiger Eyes? Sumac Shrub - Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes'

Tiger Eyes® Sumac Shrub (Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes')

The Tiger Eyes® Sumac is a compact, deciduous shrub celebrated for its breathtaking seasonal transformation and low-maintenance growth habit. This dwarf variety delivers year-round visual interest with vibrant chartreuse and orange foliage in spring and summer, followed by dramatic crimson and purple tones come fall. More homeowners buy Tiger Eyes® Sumac online because it combines striking ornamental appeal with remarkable hardiness and adaptability to nearly any landscape condition.

Landscaping Uses

This versatile shrub excels as a focal point in mixed borders, a reliable anchor for foundation plantings, or a colorful accent along garden edges. Its naturally spreading growth pattern makes it especially valuable for erosion control on slopes and hillsides. The Tiger Eyes® also works beautifully in containers, woodland settings, and problem areas where other plants struggle to establish themselves.

Specifications

Height: 4–6 feet
Width: 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun: Full sun to partial shade (minimum 3–4 hours morning sun)
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining
USDA Zones: 3–8

Why Homeowners Love It

• Delivers stunning multi-colored foliage—chartreuse, orange, scarlet, and purple—throughout the growing season
• Requires minimal maintenance and thrives with little effort after establishment
• Tolerates drought, urban pollution, and challenging soil conditions with ease
• Naturally controls erosion while preventing unwanted landscape problems

Planting & Care

Choose a location receiving full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Dig a hole approximately twice the width of the root ball, position your shrub, backfill with native soil, and water thoroughly. After planting, keep the soil consistently moist about three inches deep for the first year. Once established, the Tiger Eyes® Sumac requires minimal supplemental watering and will thrive on seasonal rainfall alone.