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American Sweetgum
Liquidambar styraciflua
Plant Description
A large oval native tree with star-shaped leaves that turn a variety of outstanding colors in the fall. This species is also a seedless variety that does not produce its spiny ball-like fruits. Prune in the fall.
Care Instructions
Strong disease resistance and drought tolerant. Prune in the fall.
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Height: 50-60'
Flower Color: NULL
Foliage: red, orange, or purple fall color
Location: Sun
Spread: 20-30'
Bloom Period: NULL
Shape: Pyramidal
Growth Rate: Fast