Bailey Nurseries Rhus Tiger Eyes
Best ornamental shrub for adding year round texture and vibrant color.
A resilient, golden-leafed shrub that offers the dramatic aesthetic of a Japanese maple with significantly higher durability. It provides a stunning seasonal color shift from chartreuse to scarlet, making it a reliable, low-maintenance focal point for urban landscapes.
$75.00
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact focal points with changing seasonal colors
- Homeowners with limited garden space or urban patio areas
- Low-maintenance landscapers needing resilient plants for tough environments
Who should skip it
- Meticulous gardeners who prefer plants that stay strictly in place
- Property owners in regions with frequent heavy winter storms
- Impatient planters looking for immediate privacy or instant large-scale coverage
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Visual Impact
Dynamic foliage shifts from chartreuse to brilliant scarlet throughout the year.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in diverse urban soils where more delicate shrubs struggle.
Maintenance Requirements
A robust, low-fuss plant that demands minimal intervention from gardeners.
Texture and Form
Unique cutleaf structure adds sophisticated architectural interest to any landscape.
Hardiness and Resilience
Reliably survives harsh winters across a broad range of climate zones.
Maple Alternative Utility
Delivers the aesthetic drama of Japanese maples without the high-maintenance care.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger'
Mature Height
6 feet
Mature Spread
6 feet
Light Requirement
Full sun
Soil Type
Well-drained, regular garden soil
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-8
Plant Type
Deciduous shrub
Container Size
#5
Spacing
6 feet
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