{"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 | Native Aromatic Woodland Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a unique native tree to your landscape with this Sassafras (Sassafras albidum) live plant. This starter tree arrives 12–24 inches tall (minimum 6–12 inches) and is ready to plant, making it a great addition to woodland gardens, natural landscapes, or native plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSassafras is well known for its distinctive leaf shapes—ranging from mitten-shaped to three-lobed—as well as its aromatic bark and twigs. In fall, it displays vibrant colors including yellow, orange, and red. It also produces small blue fruits that attract birds and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis versatile native tree thrives in a variety of conditions and adds year-round interest with its unique appearance and ecological benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Ships bare root with no pot or soil included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders ship within 1–5 days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. Spring shipping times may vary due to seasonal demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Sassafras tree (Sassafras albidum)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: typically 12–24 inches (minimum 6–12 inches)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Bare root (no pot or soil included)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy starter tree ready to plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Sassafras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Sassafras albidum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Starter plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep moist during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 30–60 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: No (best planted in ground)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded area and allow space for spreading roots. Sassafras may form colonies over time, making it great for naturalized areas.\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":52504116985988,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_14_9bb51b3a-aad6-4158-a5e9-8e7d5417d8d3.jpg?v=1783761533","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/sassafras-tree-sassafras-albidum-live-plant-12-24-inch-bare-root-starter-tree-native-aromatic-tree-fall-color-woodland-plant","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}