Liquidambar Styraciflua

Bring dynamic, multi-season drama to your outdoor space with Liquidambar styraciflua, commonly known as the American Sweetgum. Renowned for its iconic star-shaped leaves and breathtaking autumn transformation, this deciduous shade tree shifts from vibrant summer green to deep fiery red,…

Bring dynamic, multi-season drama to your outdoor space with Liquidambar styraciflua, commonly known as the American Sweetgum. Renowned for its iconic star-shaped leaves and breathtaking autumn transformation, this deciduous shade tree shifts from vibrant summer green to deep fiery red, burnt orange, and rich purple in fall.

Key Features

Visual Impact: Star-shaped foliage offering one of the most vibrant fall color displays of any shade tree.
Sunlight Needs: Prefers Full Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily) for maximum autumn color intensity.
Watering Requirements: Needs Moderate to High Moisture; thrives in moist, well-draining soils and tolerates occasional wet conditions.
Hardiness: Resilient across Zones 5–9, enduring cold winters and hot summers.
Growth & Size: Fast-growing standard shade tree reaching 60–75 ft at maturity with a 40–50 ft symmetrical canopy.

Planting & Care Guide

Care Factor	Requirements
Soil Type	Moist, acidic, well-drained loams or clays; avoids alkaline soil to prevent leaf chlorosis.
Maintenance	Low maintenance; minimal pruning required—prune dead or crossing branches in late winter.
Landscape Use	Ideal as a specimen tree, shade provider, lawn anchor, or street lining tree in large yards.

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Size	In stock	Wholesale Price
200mm	In stock	$39.89
300mm	In stock	$119.69
400mm	In stock	$249.19
500mm	In stock	$438.89
100LTR	In stock	$698.59
200LTR	In stock	$1,396.49
400LTR	In stock	$1,795.49

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