Liquidambar orientalis

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Oriental Sweetgum, Liquidambar orientalis, Oriental Sweet Gum, Oriental Sweet Gum Tree

Liquidambar orientalis, commonly known as the Oriental Sweetgum, is grown for its beautiful foliage, form, and brilliant autumn colours. It has star-shaped leaves which emerge a light green, age to a darker green, and then turn a mix of red and pink in autumn before falling. Liquidambar orientalis typically grows to 15 m tall and 8 m wide with an upright, broad, and dense growth habit. The Oriental Sweetgum makes for a lovely specimen and is great for avenue planting, growing for shade, or planting to enjoy a spectacular autumn display.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	15.00 m
Spread:	8.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Avenues, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Japanese, Mediterranean
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Oriental Sweetgum, Liquidambar orientalis, Oriental Sweet Gum, Oriental Sweet Gum Tree

Liquidambar orientalis Details

Liquidambar orientalis, commonly known as the Oriental Sweetgum, is grown for its beautiful foliage, form, and brilliant autumn colours. It has star-shaped leaves which emerge a light green, age to a darker green, and then turn a mix of red and pink in autumn before falling. Small, yellow flowers appear in summer through autumn and result in hard, spiked fruits. It typically grows to 15 m tall and 8 m wide with an upright, broad, and dense growth habit. Best growth is achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is hardy to frosts and cold climates but should be protected from strong winds while establishing. The Oriental Sweetgum makes for a lovely specimen and is great for avenue planting, growing for shade, or planting to enjoy a spectacular autumn display.