Sweetgum Plant
The Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) is a medium-growing tree that reaches 60-75 feet in height. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Sweetgum does well in full sun to partial shade and requires medium moisture. Although not edible or medicinal, it is appreciated for its striking autumn foliage and unique star-shaped leaves..
Habit
Tree
Height
15-20 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Full sun, partial shade
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
10-20°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
10-20 kg
Flowering Time
Spring, Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Shade, ornamental
NPK ratio
5:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental tree, air purification
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% compost, 30% peat moss, 30% perlite
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Sunken, dead areas on bark or stems; may ooze sap and cause dieback of branches.
Prune affected branches, improve air circulation, apply neem oil or copper-based fungicide.
Use fungicides containing thiophanate-methyl or chlorothalonil.