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Slender Silhouette Sweetgum

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

Category: Deciduous Tree • Sweetgum

Discover the Slender Silhouette Sweetgum, perfect for narrow spaces with stunning fall colors.

Mature Height: 30-40 feet
Mature Width: 10-15 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 5-9
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Fall
Foliage: Deciduous

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Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Slender Silhouette Sweetgum is a narrow, upright tree known for its unique shape and vibrant fall color. It features star-shaped leaves that turn shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn, making it a striking addition to landscapes.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and moderate moisture. Adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Narrow growth habitattractive fall color

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for tight spaces and urban settings. Provides seasonal interest with its foliage.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Is Slender Silhouette Sweetgum a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

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