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    Ornamental/Flowering Tree

    Sourwood

    Oxydendrum arboreum

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Part Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesAcidic, well-drained
    Mature Size20-30' x 15-25'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorSummer; white lily-of-valley chains
    Fall ColorRed (excellent)
    Wildlife ValueHigh - nectar, pollinators

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseNaturalized edges, specimen

    Special Features

    Native, summer bloom + fall color, honey tree

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