Staghorn Sumac

Staghorn Sumac is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Staghorn Sumac →

Common Staghorn Sumac Problems →

Staghorn Sumac prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Staghorn Sumac Water Frequency →

Staghorn Sumac Root Rot →

Staghorn Sumac requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Staghorn Sumac Light Requirements →

Staghorn Sumac Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Staghorn Sumac does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Staghorn Sumac →

When and How to Successfully Repot Staghorn Sumac →

Staghorn Sumac should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Staghorn Sumac grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

How and When to Prune Staghorn Sumac →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Staghorn Sumac can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Staghorn Sumac Temperature Tolerance →

Staghorn Sumac can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

• Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
• To get the cutting to root, you can either:
  
  • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
  • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Staghorn Sumac →
• Drooping Staghorn Sumac Leaves →
• Staghorn Sumac Dropping Leaves →
• Staghorn Sumac Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Staghorn Sumac →
• Brown Spots on Staghorn Sumac →
• Staghorn Sumac Leaves Falling Over →
• Staghorn Sumac Leaves Curling →
• Staghorn Sumac Yellow Leaves →
• Staghorn Sumac Root Rot →