Sweet Gum (liquidambar styraciflua)

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£180.00
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Bare-rooted trees available only between November and late April. Orders will only be dispatched during this period when the trees are not in active growth.

Price each per
1 Tree
10 Trees
25 Trees
100 Trees
30-50cm
£3.50
£3.00
£2.63
£1.80
Prices stated do not include delivery and V.A.T. which will be added at the checkout.
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Growing a Sweet Gum Tree (Liquidambar styraciflua)
  • Spectacular autumn foliage: maple-like leaves turn vibrant shades of orange, red, purple, and yellow – one of the best displays among trees.
  • Attractive star-shaped glossy green leaves in summer; some trees develop corky winged bark for winter interest.
  • Pyramidal to broad conical shape, ideal as a specimen tree in large gardens, parks, or woodlands.
  • Provides shade and supports wildlife (seeds eaten by birds/squirrels).
  • Hardy throughout most of the UK; low-maintenance once established, pest/disease-resistant.
  • Note: produces spiky seed balls.
Planting Guide
  • Best time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.
  • Location: Full sun for best autumn colour (partial shade tolerated); moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil (prefers fertile loam, dislikes chalky/waterlogged); requires large growing space –matures  to 20–30m+ tall/wide, unsuitable for small gardens.
  • Preparation: Dig large hole twice root width; incorporate organic matter/compost for better establishment.
  • Planting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); stake young trees; firm in, water well, mulch base to reduce cometing weed growth and conserve soil moisture (keep mulch clear of trunk).
  • Aftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning necessary; protect from late frosts; generally easy to manage once established.
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