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Sassafras Tree

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  • Partial Shade (3 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 30 - 60 Feet
  • Mature Spread 25 - 40 Feet
  • Growing Zones 4 - 9

Known for its extraordinary foliage and autumnal color, the Sassafras Tree is ideal for growing as an impressive specimen or to produce an informal hedge. It produces 3-lobed or oval leaves which begin a bright green before turning red, orange and yellow as the temperature drops in the fall. If that wasn’t enough, it also develops stunning and fragrant yellow flowers in the spring that transform to blue berries for the winter. Botanically called Sassafras albidum, it is more commonly known just as the Sassafras Tree. Loved by all manner of wildlife, the imposing Sassafras Tree can reach an eventual 30-60 feet tall by 25-40 feet wide. 

The Sassafras Tree is deciduous and develops horizontal branches that show off its foliage. As a native tree to North America, it is suitable for growing in zones 4 through 9. Loved by many species of birds and butterflies when in flower, the Sassafras Tree is a great tree for attracting wildlife into the garden. As a stunning tree in its own right, it is often grown on its own. Being drought tolerant once established, this tree requires little ongoing care apart from simply being enjoyed. 

Sassafras Tree Care

For the Sassafras Tree to thrive, it prefers to be grown in full sun or a little shade. Although tolerant of dry and sandy soils, it favors fertile and moist soil that is well drained. As this tree can grow in excess of 30 feet tall, care must be taken to site it away from any overhead obstructions. Deep and regular watering is required on planting and until established. An annual mulch of organic matter can be applied in spring to help conserve moisture and suppress any weeds. 

The Sassafras Tree develops suckers, which if left to their own devices can form a small grove. However, if removed regularly, a single stem habit is easily achievable. No other routine pruning is generally required; however, any dead, damaged or misplaced branches can be removed as necessary.

Sassafras Tree Spacing

As a large tree with the potential to grow to 60 feet high and 40 feet wide, it should be planted far away from any building or structure. When grown as a single-stemmed specimen, the deciduous Sassafras can be underplanted with spring bulbs.

Sassafras Tree Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9
Plant Type: Tree
Light Exposure: Partial Shade (3 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 30 - 60 Feet
Mature Spread: 25 - 40 Feet
Spacing: 25 - 40 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Spring
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Low
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Sassafras Tree
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Sassafras albidum
SKU:
1231004794-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.