Sweet Gum

Scientific Name
Liquidambar styraciflua
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Unusual star-shaped leaves that change from green to a mix of yellow, red and purple in autumn.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soil; prefers acid soil; tolerates wet sites.

Notes

The round, woody fruits are a nuisance.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
75.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Oval to rounded

Native Regions, Text

United States

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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Sweet Gum leaves
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3596
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Sweet Gum fruit
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3597
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Sweet Gum fall color
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3598
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Sweet Gum fall color
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3599
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
222