Sassafras - Sassafras albidum

Common Name: Sassafras Botanical Name: Sassafras albidum Category: Trees, Shrubs & Vines Flower Color: Yellow Bloom Time: Spring Soil Conditions: Well-drained, Rich, Dry, Average/Adaptable, Acidic Exposure/Light Requirements: Partial Sun/Partial Shade, Full Sun Foliage: Deciduous Height: 30-60 feet Wildlife: Mammals, Butterflies and Other Pollinators, Birds Berry Color: Blue
Description: This tree has fragrant bark and roots. Grows 30-60 feet tall and makes an excellent shade tree. Prefers acidic, well-drained soil and sun to partial shade. Produces yellow flowers in the spring and a round, blue fruit. The fruit attracts birds and squirrels. It is dioecious. Good fall color.
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