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Sassafras Albidum

Common Sassafras


Sassafras Albidum
Traditionally not an easy to transplant tree due to its deep taproot, we are now growing this native tree in small containers for better transplanting success. Fast growing, forming an upright oval shape, the green, mitten-shaped foliage has outstanding autumn colors in shades from yellow to deep orange, scarlet and even purple.

Sun / Shade Ratio

Shade Tolerance

Sun Tolerance

Attributes

SHAPE
Pyramidal to Oval
FOLIAGE
Medium Green
FALL FOLIAGE
Yellow to Orange, Red and Purple
MINIMUM HEIGHT
30
Feet
MAXIMUM HEIGHT
60
Feet
MINIMUM SPREAD
25
Feet
MAXIMUM SPREAD
40
Feet
HARDINESS ZONES
4, 9