This plant is upright and has glossy, medium textured and aromatic foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is cork-like in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Liquidambar styraciflua (American sweetgum). Liquidambar styraciflua (American sweetgum) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Liquidambar styraciflua . Liquidambar styraciflua is tolerant of drought, wet sites, compacted soil and pollution. In autumn, Liquidambar styraciflua is alight with fall colour.
