Alligator-wood
Liquidambar styraciflua
Sweetgum (Alligator-wood) is a low-maintenance deciduous tree that thrives in full sun to part shade with regular watering during its first few years until established. It is prized for its stunning star-shaped leaves that turn brilliant red, orange, and purple in autumn. Plant it in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and give it plenty of space, as it can reach 60–80 feet tall at maturity.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days During Establishment; Drought Tolerant Once Mature • Deep Water To Saturate The Root Zone, Then Allow Soil To Partially Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
4.5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 11, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude ECHARDOUR (cc-by-sa)
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