Sweetgum
A striking, deciduous shade tree with glossy, star-shaped leaves that turn brilliant shades of red, purple, yellow, and orange in the fall. Sweetgum grows in a narrow, pyramidal shape when young, developing a more oval canopy with age. Known for its distinctive spiky fruit and deeply ridged bark, this tree thrives in a variety of soils and is a valuable resource for wildlife.
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1 Gallon
$5.00
3 Gallon
$15.00
7 Gallon
$22.00
15 Gallon
$50.00
A mature Sweetgum tree displaying its fall foliage in vibrant shades of red, yellow, and orange.
Scientific Name: Liquidambar styraciflua
Common Name: Sweetgum
Hardiness Zones: 5B through 10A
Height: 60 to 75 feet
Spread: 35 to 50 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage:
- Spring & Summer: Dark green, glossy leaves with a star shape
- Fall: Bright red, orange, yellow, and burgundy foliage
Bark: Grayish brown with deep furrows and rough, interlacing ridges, becoming almost white with age.
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Adaptable to clay, sand, and loam; prefers acidic to slightly alkaline soils; tolerates wet conditions.
Considerations: Sweetgum produces spiky, round seed pods that can create litter in high-traffic areas. Despite this, sweetgums are resilient and visually captivating, ideal for parks, campuses, and spacious residential properties where their beauty can be fully appreciated.
Why Choose Sweetgum?
Fall Color:
Stunning fall foliage that adds seasonal interest.
Shade:
Provides excellent shade for large landscapes.
Tolerant:
Tolerates a variety of soil conditions, including wet areas.
Resistant:
Resistant to most pests and diseases.
Environmental Benefits of Planting Sweetgum
This data is based on US Averages of healthy and mature trees over a 20-year period.
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A single sweetgum can offset the CO₂ emissions produced by driving an average gas-powered car for 16,714 miles.
A single sweetgum can absorb enough stormwater to fill 2,067 bathtubs, reducing erosion, runoff, and supporting transpiration.
A single sweetgum removes as much air pollution as the weight of 182 smartphones.
Central Florida Lands and Timber Nursery, LLC. is a wholesale nursery specializing in a wide array of trees and shrubs. With an inventory of over 2 million trees and shrubs, CFLTN, LCC can meet the needs of customers, whether it be reforestation, mitigation, or landscaping.
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(386) 294-1211
Address
3087 North County Road 53 Mayo, Florida 32066