They are understory trees that like to stretch themselves for a little extra dab of sunlight and that is when you can spot them. I love this native tree, called sourwood (Oxydendrum arboretum).

The sourwood tree (Oxydendrum arboreum), is native to North America, which is also called the Lily of the Valley Tree or the Appalachian Lily tree.

Pam Baxter stands beside a Black Gum tree at the Rockford Museum in Wilmington, Del. (Photo courtesy Pam Baxter) The sourwood tree (Oxydendrum arboreum) is, I think, another under-sung species.

Sourwood does not stand out in the forest except this time of year when it is in bloom, and perhaps in the fall when it ...

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The City of Concord will be giving away 300 free trees to homeowners in the area. City leaders say the gesture is to support a healthy tree canopy, as well as help homeowners save money on their ...

Residents can choose from an array of trees including Northern Red Oak, White Oak, Fringe Tree, Chaste Tree, Sourwood, and Magnolia.