Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'

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(Fastigiate Sweet Gum) A rare tree with a a narrow upright habit which has dark green leaves through spring / summer, followed by vivid dark orange and red autumn colours once established.

A handsome tree which is ideal for gardens with limited space.

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Position: Full sun.
Soil: Moist, fertile soil. Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' will grow well in most areas but will produce its most bright and vivid autumn colour in lime free or acidic soils.
Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Young plants can suffer die back after very severe late spring frosts, but usually recover well.
Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
Habit: Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' grows to be a medium sized tree with a narrow, conical crown.
- Height: 15 m (50 ft).
- Spread: 5 m (16 ft).

Notes: The autumn colour of individual plants will vary according to weather and in particular the pH of your soil. The best, most vivid colours will occur in lime-free or acid soils. A liberal annual application of flowers of sulphur around the base of a Liquidambar, at a rate of up to 2 oz. per square yard on neutral or slightly alkaline soils will slowly lower the pH and intensify the autumn colour!

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Medium (8m - 15m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Autumn Colour, Habit - Narrow, Rare and Unusual

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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