{"product_id":"semences-sumac-aromatique-b2b","title":"POS : Fragrant Sumac","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFragrant sumac (\u003cem\u003eRhus aromatica\u003c\/em\u003e) is a spreading shrub in the cashew family (Anacardiaceae) that typically reaches 1 to 2 metres in height. It is distinguished by its dense growth habit and slightly fuzzy branches. Its trifoliate leaves resemble those of clover and release a pleasant fragrance when crushed. In summer, it produces small greenish flowers in clusters, followed by dense terminal clusters of velvety red fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eIts foliage turns spectacular shades of red and orange in the fall, making it a highly ornamental species for natural gardens. Fragrant sumac grows well in dry, sandy, or rocky soils and tolerates de-icing salts and soil compaction. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. In natural settings, it is found on slopes, dry sites, and forest edges, where it forms dense colonies through its suckering roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, fragrant sumac is recognized as a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as it supports a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on its ecological resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits of fragrant sumac are edible and can be used to make tart infusions or refreshing beverages reminiscent of lemonade. The dried berries can also be used as a spice with a lemony flavour.\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, various parts of the plant are used for their astringent, antiseptic, and stimulating properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFragrant sumac provides both shelter and food for many animals. Its flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies, while its fruits are eaten by birds and small mammals during the winter. Its spreading roots help stabilize slopes and eroded soils. In the fall, its brilliant foliage adds vibrant colour to the landscape and enhances the visual biodiversity of open habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFragrant sumac seeds require scarifitacion and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47781454479611,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/rhus-aromatica-sumac-aromatique-1.jpg?v=1761937388","url":"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/products\/seeds-fragrant-sumac-rhus-aromatica-1","provider":"Akène, semences indigènes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}