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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'-Unique Columnar Form-Ideal for Tight Spaces 3-3.5" cal B&B

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'-Unique Columnar Form-Ideal for Tight Spaces 3-3.5" cal B&B

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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

Description

The 'Slender Silhouette' American Sweetgum is a unique cultivar known for its exceptionally narrow, columnar form. This deciduous tree is perfect for tight spaces, reaching heights of up to 50 feet while maintaining a width of only about 4-6 feet. Its glossy, star-shaped leaves turn vibrant shades of orange, red, and purple in the fall, adding dramatic color to any landscape.

Suggested Uses

This tree is ideal for urban gardens, narrow spaces, and as a vertical accent in landscapes. It can also be used as a privacy screen or windbreak due to its dense foliage.

Plant Details

  • Botanical NameBotanical Name: Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'
  • Common NameCommon Name: 'Slender Silhouette' American Sweetgum
  • Size & GrowthSize & Growth: 50 ft tall, 4-6 ft wide
  • Hardiness ZonesHardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage TypeFoliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom TimeBloom Time: Spring
  • Growth RateGrowth Rate: Moderate
  • Light RequirementsLight Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts PollinatorsAttracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor FriendlyIndoor Friendly: No
  • Container FriendlyContainer Friendly: No
  • Deer ResistantDeer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet WarningPet Warning: Non-toxic
  • FragrantFragrant: No
  • Cut FlowerCut Flower: No
  • Grows Well WithGrows Well With: Oaks, Maples

Care Tips

  • Planting InstructionsPlanting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location.
  • Soil MoistureSoil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil TypeSoil Type: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic soil.
  • HumidityHumidity: Average humidity levels are sufficient.
  • Pruning InstructionsPruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape.
  • Winter CareWinter Care: Mulch base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting DepthPlanting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • FertilizationFertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special CareSpecial Care: Protect young trees from strong winds.
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