best suac ever

I have been a professional noticer now for about 14 years (because of STILL). And this might just be the prettiest patch of staghorn sumac I have ever come across in all those years. For all you close readers, you know how I vastly prefer secondary colors to primary colors. And this unusual coloration for staghorn goes straight to my soul. Imagine my reaction as I tuned the corner on a sleepy suburban residential street, and saw these leaves fluttering in the golden October light. I will never forget the sight. Ands how thrilling it is to still be surprised in this way. What joy!

staghorn sumac in autumn (Rhus typhina)