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    LIQUIDAMBAR styraciflua 'Palo Alto'
    LIQUIDAMBAR styraciflua 'Palo Alto'
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    LIQUIDAMBAR styraciflua 'Palo Alto'

    Commonly known as Sweetgum

    Pyramidal habit with good autumn colour.
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Architectural interest
    • Pests & Diseases
      May be susceptible to honey fungus
    • Deciduous
    • Town garden
    • Woodland garden
    • Red
      Orange-red autumn colour
    • Palmate
    • Height
      12 metres
    • Spread
      8 metres
    • Tall Shrub
    • Tree
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Neutral to acid soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Broadly conical
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