RedCrocus Slender Silhouette American Sweetgum Tree- Elegant Narrow-Like Foliage, Vibrant Fall Colors, Perfect for Urban Gardens and Container Planting 8/10' h 25 Gallon
.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' - Single Stem Description A tall, narrow deciduous tree known for its slender profile and vibrant fall foliage. Features lobed green leaves that turn brilliant yellow, orange, and red in autumn. Ideal for creating vertical accents in smaller gardens and urban landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for hedges, specimen planting, and narrow spaces. Excellent for adding seasonal color and structure to urban landscapes and courtyard gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette' Common Name: Slender Silhouette American Sweetgum Size & Growth: Typically grows 30-50 ft tall with a narrow, upright form, at a rate of 20-30 inches per year. Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Fast-growing Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Oak, Maple, and Holly shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, ensuring full sun for optimal growth. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; tolerant of wet soils. Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, loamy soils. Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred. Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter. Winter Care: Frost hardy zones 5-9; protect young trees in colder areas. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery; water thoroughly after planting. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer early spring and mid-summer. Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and moderate root temperature.