Sourwood
Oxydendrum arboreum, Ericaceae
Zones
5–9
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow
Guild Roles
Pollinator Attractor
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
Moderate
Soil pH
4.5 – 6
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Common Questions
What zones does Sourwood grow in?
Sourwood grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Sourwood?
Good companions for Sourwood include Alfalfa, Crape Myrtle, Zenobia, Japanese Snowbell.
Design guilds with Sourwood and see companion relationships visually.
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