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Liquidambar formosana

Liquidambar formosana, Chinese Sweet Gum, Formosan Sweetgum, Formosan Sweet Gum

Liquidambar formosana, commonly known as the Chinese Sweet Gum or Formosan Sweetgum, is grown for its form and fantastic autumn colours. It features lush, green foliage that develops impressive shades of yellow and orange in autumn before falling. This Chinese Sweet Gum grows quickly with a pyramidal shape to 20 m tall and 8 m wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Liquidambar formosana makes a fantastic specimen in a park or large garden.

Liquidambar formosana tree with orange foliage.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:20.00 m
Spread:8.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Japanese, Mediterranean
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asLiquidambar formosana, Chinese Sweet Gum, Formosan Sweetgum, Formosan Sweet Gum

Liquidambar formosana Details

Liquidambar formosana, commonly known as the Chinese Sweet Gum or Formosan Sweetgum, is grown for its form and fantastic autumn colours. It features lush, green foliage that develops impressive shades of yellow and orange in autumn before falling. The autumn display is magnificent. It grows quickly with a pyramidal shape to 20 m tall and 8 m wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Best growth is achieved when planted in full sun on a well-drained, moderately sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cold climates, and short periods of dry. This Chinese Sweet Gum makes a fantastic specimen in a park or large garden.

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