Sorrel Tree, Sourwood. A narrow tree or shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, turning brilliant shades of red, yellow and purple in autumn. Large clusters of white flowers. Max Height 10m to 15m. Max Spread 8m. Flowers August to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Oxydendrum arboreum
A narrow tree or shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, turning brilliant shades of red, yellow and purple in autumn. Large clusters of white flowers.
Category: Trees
Additional information
Generic | Oxydendrum |
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Species | arboreum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Sorrel Tree, Sourwood |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 10m, 15m |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 8m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Narrowly conical |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | August, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Woodland |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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