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LIQUIDAMBAR styraciflua 'Palo Alto'
Commonly known as Sweetgum

Pyramidal habit with good autumn colour.
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Architectural interest
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Pests & Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus -
Deciduous
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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RedOrange-red autumn colour
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Palmate
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Height
12 metres -
Spread
8 metres -
Tall Shrub
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Tree
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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.
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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
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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