Sassafras albidum
Sassafras
>> The berries are an important food source for many birds
>> Attracts butterflies
>> Host plant for many species
>> Fragrant yellow flowers in spring
>> Can be used for tea, oil, and soap making
>> Bright green foliage
>> Bright yellow-orange and red fall color
>> Excellent for naturalized plantings or screens
>> Native
Category:Tree
Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
Hardiness Zone:4-9
Height:30-60 ft
Spread:25-40 ft
Bloom Color:Yellow Shades
Sassafras trees are valued for their fragrant spring blooms that attract butterflies. It is also a host plant for a variety of butterflies. Bright green foliage adorns the interesting, horizontal branches and turns a striking yellow, orange and red in the fall. Female flowers produce dark blue fruits held on red stalks that are relished by birds. Trees can sucker but if a single stem is desired suckers are easily mowed. Sassafras has been cultivated since the early 1600's for it's use as food, medicine and for building.
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