Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape
Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape
Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape
Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape
Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape
Oxydendrum arboreum ~ Sourwood, Sorrel Tree-ServeScape

Oxydendrum arboreum

Sourwood, Sorrel Tree

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Sourwood, scientifically known as Oxydendrum arboreum, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to the eastern United States. It is also commonly referred to as the Sorrel Tree. Here's some information about the Sourwood tree:

  1. Appearance: Sourwood is known for its attractive foliage and unique form. It typically grows to a height of 25-50 feet (7.6-15 meters) and has a spread of 20-35 feet (6-10.7 meters). The tree has a narrow, pyramidal shape when young, but matures into a more rounded or irregular form. The leaves are elongated, glossy, and turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall.

  2. Growing Conditions: Sourwood thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers acidic, well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy or clay soils. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry periods, especially when young.

Type: 

Tree

Origins:

Southeast N. America; GA Native

Height: 

20' - 30'

Spread: 

10’ - 15'

Spacing: 

12'

USDA Hardiness Zone: 

5 - 9

Culture: 

Full SunPart Sun

Bloom Color: 

White

Season of Interest: 

SpringFall

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  No serious pests and diseases.  Twig blight and leaf spot may occur.
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, BordersWildlife Gardens, Shade Tree, Edible Garden, and Container.

COMPANION PLANTS: Azalea, RhododendronAutumn Fern,

IMAGES:  Photo set by Plant Image Library, Oxydendrum arboreum (Sourwood) (1)(2)+(3), (2) Photo by Mrs. Gemstone, Sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum), (3) Photo set by Wendy Cutler, (1) 20121025_Alma4th_OxydendrumArboreum_Cutler_P1350221, (2) 20101025_UBCBG_OxydendrumArboreum_Cutler_P1050650, (3) 20121025_Alma4th_OxydendrumArboreum_Cutler_P1350225

* As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.

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