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Sassafras Tree - 50 Trees
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Sassafras Tree
The Sassafras Tree is among the more iconic members of the native North American deciduous family, producing lovely spring blooms and unique leaf designs. It remains well-known for its flavorful roots, leaves, flowers, and stems, commonly used as tea and soda ingredients. The aromatic Sassafras Tree matures to 35-60 feet.
Possessing a brown mahogany bark, the Sassafras Tree spreads in unchecked landscapes and hosts various swallowtail butterfly species. A female Sassafras Tree typically enjoys abundant yellow-green flowers in mid-spring, followed by blue fruits along the stalk during late summer. The male Sassafras Tree produces fewer flowers, although both showcase outstanding fall foliage.
The Sassafras Tree: What You Need to Know About
Also referred to as “Sassafras albidum” in botanical circles, the Sassafras Tree flourishes in full sun to partial shade. It thrives across the U.S. from New England to the West of the Great Lakes, deep into Eastern Texas, and as far south as Florida. Along with reaching heights of 60 feet, it offers property owners a canopy that extends up to 40 feet in width. This facet makes it a sought-after shade tree that requires little to no maintenance. These are fast facts to consider if you plan to integrate a Sassafras Tree into your landscape.
- Light Exposure:A Sassafras Tree typically requires 6 hours of direct sun each day to reach its full potential. It may also grow effectively in partial-shade areas with at least 4 hours of direct sun daily.
- Hardiness:The tree tends to resist most infestations and blights. Pests of concern may include the Japanese beetle. It grows well in Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, and Zone 9.
- Soil Conditions:A Sassafras Tree responds well to moist, acid, and well-drained soil. The tree manages clay, sand, and loam well, and a large tree can produce a root system near the surface for offshoot plants. It can tolerate dry and alkaline soil conditions as well. However, trees and shrubs do not fare well in salty soils and those that need better drainage.
A Sassafras Tree can present as single-trunked or multi-stemmed and can flourish in a shrub colony while utilizing a single root system. The tea produced from parts of the Sassafras Tree reportedly provides health benefits, including improved digestion, stress relief, and enhanced bodily functions.
People can continuously harvest the flowers, leaves, and other parts of a Sassafras Tree without negatively impacting the tree or its expansive root system. Along with providing medicinal and shade benefits, the Sassafras Tree can create privacy thickets when its offshoots are encouraged.
Sassafras Tree For Sale at TN Wholesale Nursery with Low Prices and Fast Shipping
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Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.
See our warranty page for further info.
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Sassafras Tree
The Sassafras Tree is among the more iconic members of the native North American deciduous family, producing lovely spring blooms and unique leaf designs. It remains well-known for its flavorful roots, leaves, flowers, and stems, commonly used as tea and soda ingredients. The aromatic Sassafras Tree matures to 35-60 feet.
Possessing a brown mahogany bark, the Sassafras Tree spreads in unchecked landscapes and hosts various swallowtail butterfly species. A female Sassafras Tree typically enjoys abundant yellow-green flowers in mid-spring, followed by blue fruits along the stalk during late summer. The male Sassafras Tree produces fewer flowers, although both showcase outstanding fall foliage.
The Sassafras Tree: What You Need to Know About
Also referred to as “Sassafras albidum” in botanical circles, the Sassafras Tree flourishes in full sun to partial shade. It thrives across the U.S. from New England to the West of the Great Lakes, deep into Eastern Texas, and as far south as Florida. Along with reaching heights of 60 feet, it offers property owners a canopy that extends up to 40 feet in width. This facet makes it a sought-after shade tree that requires little to no maintenance. These are fast facts to consider if you plan to integrate a Sassafras Tree into your landscape.
- Light Exposure:A Sassafras Tree typically requires 6 hours of direct sun each day to reach its full potential. It may also grow effectively in partial-shade areas with at least 4 hours of direct sun daily.
- Hardiness:The tree tends to resist most infestations and blights. Pests of concern may include the Japanese beetle. It grows well in Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, and Zone 9.
- Soil Conditions:A Sassafras Tree responds well to moist, acid, and well-drained soil. The tree manages clay, sand, and loam well, and a large tree can produce a root system near the surface for offshoot plants. It can tolerate dry and alkaline soil conditions as well. However, trees and shrubs do not fare well in salty soils and those that need better drainage.
A Sassafras Tree can present as single-trunked or multi-stemmed and can flourish in a shrub colony while utilizing a single root system. The tea produced from parts of the Sassafras Tree reportedly provides health benefits, including improved digestion, stress relief, and enhanced bodily functions.
People can continuously harvest the flowers, leaves, and other parts of a Sassafras Tree without negatively impacting the tree or its expansive root system. Along with providing medicinal and shade benefits, the Sassafras Tree can create privacy thickets when its offshoots are encouraged.
Sassafras Tree For Sale at TN Wholesale Nursery with Low Prices and Fast Shipping
Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.
See our warranty page for further info.