Rhus copallina 'Creel's Quintet' (Morton Shining Sumac)

Rhus copallina 'Creel's Quintet' is a cultivar of the native North American shrub commonly known as Morton Shining Sumac. This deciduous plant features glossy, dark green leaves that turn stunning shades of orange and red in the fall, providing a stunning display of autumn colors. It produces clusters of small yellow flowers in spring, followed by red fruit that persist into the winter, adding visual interest to the landscape. In terms of dimensions, 'Creel's Quintet' can reach a height of about 10 feet and spread about 10 feet wide, forming a dense mound-shaped shrub.