Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) has star-shaped leaves and one of the most beautiful autumn colours, in shades of red, purple and orange. A pyramidal crown for parks and avenues.
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Specifications
- Height: All sizes available
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Watering: Moderate watering
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Frost resistance: Hardy to -25°C
Use in landscaping projects
Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) is valued for its star-shaped leaves and spectacular autumn colour, which runs through yellow, orange, red and purple. It is used in parks, avenues, residential developments and as a specimen tree.
Planting and spacing
It has a regular pyramidal crown and usually reaches 15–20 m in cultivation. In avenues it is planted 8–10 m apart. It prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils. Plant in spring or autumn.
Care and maintenance
In the first years it needs regular watering. The spiky round fruits drop in autumn and winter – worth considering next to pavements and car parks. Pruning is limited to dead branches.
Frequently asked questions
Why is sweetgum so popular?
For its star-shaped leaves and spectacular red, purple and orange autumn colour.
Does sweetgum produce fruit?
Yes, spiky round fruits that drop in autumn and winter; worth considering near paths and car parks.
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