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Liquidambar acalycina

Sweet Gum Tree, Liquidambar acalycina

Liquidambar acalycina, commonly known as the Sweet Gum tree, is grown for its form and fantastic autumn colours. This popular ornamental tree features leaves that emerge burgundy red in spring, mature to dark green, then turn a myriad of red, purple, and orange in autumn before falling. It grows with a pyramidal shape to about 15 m tall and 8 m wide. This Sweet Gum tree makes for a fantastic specimen in a park or large garden.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:15.00 m
Spread:8.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSweet Gum Tree, Liquidambar acalycina

Liquidambar acalycina Details

Liquidambar acalycina, commonly known as the Sweet Gum tree, is grown for its form and fantastic autumn colours. This popular ornamental tree features leaves that emerge burgundy red in spring, mature to dark green, then turn a myriad of red, purple, and orange in autumn before falling. The autumn display is magnificent. It grows with a pyramidal shape to about 15 m tall and 8 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. This Sweet Gum tree grows best when positioned in full sun on a well-drained, moderately sheltered site, and is tolerant of frost and cool climates. This Liquidambar makes a fantastic specimen in a park or large garden.

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