Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Palo Alto’
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Palo Alto Sweetgum
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Medium, Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 30-50' x 15-20' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | Yellow, Green |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Fall Color |
| Container Sizes | #5, #15 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Conical |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 3-9, 14-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Plant Type | Tree |
Moderate-growing deciduous tree with a narrow pyramidal growth-habit to 30-50’ tall x 15-20’ wide or taller with age. This long-lived variety features attractive maple-like bright green leaves turning vivid shades of orange-red and brilliant-red in the fall even in milder climates. Adding further appeal is the attractive furrowed bark that matures to a light-gray with age. Inconspicuous chartreuse-colored spring flowers are followed by 1-1 ½” round spiky seed pods that persist through fall which should be considered when choosing a planting location. This attractive variety tolerates a variety of soil types is resistant to Oak Root Fungus and is well-suited as a shade lawn park or street tree. Prefers regular watering in a well-drained soil and a full sun exposure.
