sourwood
noun
sour·wood
ˈsau̇(-ə)r-ˌwu̇d 
: a small U.S. tree (Oxydendrum arboreum) of the heath family with white flowers and sour-tasting leaves
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For example, in southern regions, keep an eye out for sourwood and sweetgum trees, which turn vivid shades of red, yellow, and purple.
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Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2022
At 25 to 30 feet tall, sourwood fits nicely into a small garden.
—oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2021
Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2022
At 25 to 30 feet tall, sourwood fits nicely into a small garden.
—oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2021
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“Sourwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sourwood. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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