{"product_id":"fragrant-sassafras-sassafras-albidum-10-seeds-native-fragrant-shade-tree-brilliant-fall-color-wildlife-friendly-cold-hardy-zone-4-9","title":"Fragrant Sassafras – Sassafras albidum 10 Seeds | Native Fragrant Shade Tree  Brilliant Fall Color | Wildlife Friendly | Cold Hardy Zone 4–9","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eGrow a beautiful native North American tree with these Fragrant Sassafras (\u003cem data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eSassafras albidum\u003c\/em\u003e) seeds. Known for its aromatic leaves, showy spring flowers, and spectacular fall foliage, Sassafras is a standout ornamental and wildlife-friendly shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eYoung trees are pyramidal in shape, maturing into rounded canopies with layered horizontal branching. The distinctive leaves appear in three unique forms — oval, mitten-shaped, and trident-shaped — and release a pleasant fragrance when crushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eIn autumn, the foliage transforms into stunning shades of yellow, orange, red, purple, and scarlet, creating one of the most vibrant fall displays of any native tree. Female trees (when pollinated) produce dark blue berries held on bright red stalks, attracting birds and supporting local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eSassafras is ideal for naturalized areas, woodland gardens, wildlife plantings, and specimen shade trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e✔️ 10 Fragrant Sassafras seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e✔️ Sowing instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e✔️ Non-GMO, untreated seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eCommon Name: Fragrant Sassafras\u003cbr data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eSassafras albidum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003ePlant Type: Small to medium deciduous tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eSoil: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil preferred; tolerates sandy soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eWatering: Medium; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eMature Height: 30–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eSpread: 25–40 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eWildlife Value: Attracts birds and butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before stratification. Cold stratify for 120 days at approximately 40°F in a moist medium. Sow ½ inch deep and keep soil evenly moist. Young trees develop a large taproot, so transplant while small for best results. Remove root suckers if you prefer a single-trunk tree form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47823333818609,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify5_43_2d1c7fff-646e-4658-b2f7-91d3e3301e3f.jpg?v=1771857305","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/fragrant-sassafras-sassafras-albidum-10-seeds-native-fragrant-shade-tree-brilliant-fall-color-wildlife-friendly-cold-hardy-zone-4-9","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}