Sourwood
Oxydendrum arboreum
Sourwood is a stunning four-season native tree prized for its drooping white summer flowers, brilliant red fall foliage, and attractive ridged bark in winter. Plant in acidic, well-drained soil with partial to full sun and water regularly while establishing, then reduce frequency once mature. It grows slowly but rewards patient gardeners with exceptional ornamental value and is a favorite of bees that produce prized sourwood honey.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Moist To 6 Inches; Allow Surface To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
4 – 6.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 15, 2002 by EOL − Steven J. Baskauf (cc-by-nc-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.