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Oxydendrum arboreum

Sourwood, Sorrel Tree, Lily-of-the-Valley Tree

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

8 - 12m

Width:

6 - 8m

Growth Rate:

Slow

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Requires acid soil (pH 5.0 to 7.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Flooding Tolerance:

Low

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Parks, Residential

Native to Ontario:

No

Native to North America:

Yes

Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis

Insects and Diseases

No serious or common issues in the urban environment.

Management Notes

None of significance