Fragrant Sassafras – Sassafras albidum 10 Seeds | Native Tree | Ready for Cold Stratification Hardy Shade Tree | Brilliant Fall Color | Attracts Birds & Butterflies

Grow your own native Fragrant Sassafras tree from seed and enjoy one of North America’s most colorful fall displays. Sassafras albidum is a beautiful deciduous tree known for its uniquely shaped leaves, spicy fragrance, and brilliant autumn foliage in shades of yellow, orange, red, and purple.

Young trees are pyramidal in shape and mature into a rounded canopy reaching 30–60 feet tall. The distinctive mitten- and trident-shaped leaves release a pleasant aroma when crushed. In spring, small greenish-yellow flowers appear, followed (on female trees) by dark blue berries held on bright red stems—highly attractive to birds.

An excellent choice for naturalized plantings, wildlife gardens, screens, or as a striking lawn specimen.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Fragrant Sassafras seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Fragrant Sassafras
Botanical Name: Sassafras albidum
Plant Type: Small to medium deciduous tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained loam; tolerates sandy soil
Watering: Medium; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 30–60 feet
Growth Rate: Medium
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: No (develops deep taproot)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours before planting. Cold stratify for 120 days at 40°F in a moist medium. Sow seeds ½ inch deep in well-drained soil for best results.