Fall foliage color is yellow. While used extensively as a street tree in the north, this fast growing species is relatively weak. Specimen tree. Frequently used as a street tree as tolerant of root disturbance. Fall color is yellow.

Specimen tree. Red to yellow in the fall.

Is being replaced  by S. lancifolia in Louisiana where there is salt water intrusion into wetlands.  Apparently much less salt tolerant that S. lancifolia. Use in water gardens or as an emergent along pond edges.

Wildflower garden or meadow..

Shady settings. Interesting for its green twigs and red warty fruits. In good habitats it can form dense clones.

Meadow or wildflower garden.