Sourwood

Name: Sourwood
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants®
Price: 89.99 USD
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Oxydendrum arboreum

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One of the best native trees for fall color, this variety turns a brilliant crimson-red that rivals any maple. In summer, it features drooping sprays of lily-of-the-valley style flowers that are highly attractive to bees.

Size at Maturity

Height 25'- 30' Spread 15'- 20'

Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9

Lowest Temperatures -20°F to -10°F

Light Requirements

Part shade - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday

Wildlife Benefits

Supports Bees
Attracts Butterflies

Native Range

AL, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV

Seasons of Interest

Summer
Fall

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist, well-drained, acidic soil (pH 4.5–6.0). Space 15–25 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch 3–4 inches deep, keeping mulch well away from the trunk.

Care Tips

Water deeply and regularly the first 2–3 seasons. Once established it tolerates moderate drought. Little pruning is needed- remove dead or crossing branches in late spring. Fertilize lightly in spring with an acid fertilizer. The drooping, lily-of-the-valley-like white flowers in summer, vivid scarlet-red fall foliage, and attractive persistent seed capsules make this one of the finest four-season native trees available. Sourwood honey is considered among the finest in the world. Largely pest-free.

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