.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Slender Silhouette' American Sweetgum Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette' Description A slender, upright deciduous tree featuring vibrant fall foliage and distinctive star-shaped leaves, ideal for small gardens and urban landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for specimen planting, privacy screens, and accent features in residential and commercial landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette' Common Name: Slender Silhouette American Sweetgum Size & Growth: Reaches 20-30 ft tall with a narrow, columnar habit Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Moderately Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other ornamental trees and shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during first year. Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape Winter Care: Mulch around the base and protect from harsh winds Planting Depth: Same depth as nursery container Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture, monitor for pests