{"product_id":"sassafras-tree-sassafras-albidum-live-plant-12-24-inch-bare-root-starter-tree-native-aromatic-tree-fall-color-woodland-plant","title":"Sassafras Tree (Sassafras albidum) Live Bare Root Starter | 12–24 Inch Native Aromatic Woodland Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance your landscape with a native Sassafras tree (Sassafras albidum), delivered as a live bare root starter plant. This tree arrives at a height of 12 to 24 inches, ready to be planted in your garden or natural area. Known for its distinctive mitten-shaped and three-lobed leaves, the Sassafras adds unique texture and seasonal interest to woodland gardens and native plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative deciduous tree with aromatic bark and twigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive leaf shapes including mitten and three-lobed forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant fall colors ranging from yellow to orange and red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces small blue fruits that attract birds and wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate growth rate, reaching 30 to 60 feet at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips bare root without pot or soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSassafras thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. Moderate watering is recommended, especially during establishment. It is best planted directly in the ground as it is not container friendly. This tree is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9 and may form colonies over time, making it suitable for naturalized areas. Allow space for spreading roots and plant in a sunny or lightly shaded location to support healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Beyond The Ridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46930014470343,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify_14_9bb51b3a-aad6-4158-a5e9-8e7d5417d8d3.jpg?v=1785519529","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/sassafras-tree-sassafras-albidum-live-plant-12-24-inch-bare-root-starter-tree-native-aromatic-tree-fall-color-woodland-plant","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}