American Sweetgum Tree (Liquidambar styraciflua) Bare Root Starter Tree - 12–24 in

About This Plant

American Sweetgum, a fast-growing deciduous shade tree, displays star-shaped leaves and a brilliant fall display of yellow, orange, red, and purple foliage. This listing is for a bare-root starter tree of Liquidambar styraciflua, typically 12–24 inches tall (minimum 6–12 inches), ready for planting upon arrival.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live American Sweetgum starter tree
✔️ Typically 12–24 inches tall (minimum 6–12 inches)
✔️ Healthy bare-root plant
✔️ Ready for planting upon arrival
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: American Sweetgum
Botanical Name: Liquidambar styraciflua
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Bare-root starter tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 60–120 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes (temporarily while young)

Care Tip

Plant soon after arrival in a sunny location with space to mature. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch several inches away from the trunk. Water deeply during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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