Sassafras - Casey Trees

Size and Light Requirements

In full sun to partial shade, the sassafras will grow to 40 feet in height in 30 – 40 years.

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Photo Credits

Kristine Paulus, Bruce Kirchoff, Jim Dollar, P.W. Hatcher, Cody Hough, Ram-Man, James Steakley,
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