Sourwood, Bare Root
Sourwood
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Sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum)
A native flowering tree with sprays of white, urn-shaped summer flowers and brilliant red autumn foliage.
Wildlife and garden value
Summer flowers are an important nectar source for bees and the basis of sourwood honey.
Growing conditions
Full sun to partial shade in moist, acidic, well-drained soil; plant young and avoid repeated transplanting.
- Mature height: 20–30 feet
- Plant offered: Bare root, supplier grade 2 ft seedling
- Season: Spring 2027
Planting care
Keep roots moist until planting. Water during establishment and mulch without covering the trunk. Growth and seasonal timing vary with site.
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Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Part Sun/Shade
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Soil RequirementsMedium
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Bloom ColorWhite
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Bloom TimeJune, July
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USDA Hardiness ZonesZone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9+
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Native StatesPennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas
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