Height: to 50’ Spread: to 25’ Light Needs: Full sun to part shade Water: average Flower color: white Bloom time: June to July
Sometimes called the "lily of the valley tree", this deciduous tree produces long descending spikes of white flowers in summer. It can serve as a medium-sized shade tree where white oaks and tulip poplars are too big. It is great for naturalizing along the woodland edge where the flowers can be viewed. When it is in flower, the canopy is active with bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Sourwood honey made from the nectar of these flowers is highly prized for its color and flavor. Fall foliage is bright red. It is somewhat resistant to deer. However, it may be best to protect young plants where deer are a problem.
