Description
Oxydendron arboreum
Common Name: Sourwood, Sorrel Tree
Native: Eastern America, especially the Appalachians
Provenance: USA
Size and Spread(10yrs): 3-4m x 2.5m
Treatment required: no treatment needed but seeds need light to germinate so best to surface sow.
Seed/kg: 3,000,000
Ideal sowing period: Autumn
Soil Conditions: needs acid soil and is shallow rooting.
Planting instructions: Full sun or part shade, sheltered, with little root competition if possible.
Mature Height: 12m
Pic courtesy of Jaknouse
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