Tree Portfolio Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styracflora) - Highly Recommended

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Florida Native: |
Yes |
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Special interest: |
Fall color (December) |
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Growth Rate: |
Fast |
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Height at Maturity: |
60’ |
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Width at Maturity: |
30’ |
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Grow Space: |
Medium-large, 25’ from OHU |
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Soil Requirements: |
Any, no fill or compacted soils |
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Cold Hardiness: |
Hardy |
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Evergreen/Deciduous: |
Deciduous, 2-3 months |
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Salt Tolerance: |
Low-moderate |
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Drought Tolerance: |
Moderate |
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Comments: |
Good structure, rapid growth, good wind resistance and excellent wildlife tree. Fruits in winter and will cause litter problems over sidewalks. Moderate lifespan, but will suffer die-back in droughty soils. Verify seed stock/cuttings are from Florida. |
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Uses: |
Streets, shade, parking lots, wildlife, reforestation |
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Maintenance: |
$ | |