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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Palo Alto' - Palo Alto Sweet Gum

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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Palo Alto' is more than just a mouthful to pronounce; it's an enchanting spectacle in the world of botany. Fondly known as the Palo Alto Sweet Gum, this dignified deciduous tree graces landscapes with impressive stature, reaching glorious heights of 60-75 feet. Its canopy, a delightful exhibit of five-lobed star-shaped leaves, evolves artistically through the seasons. The verdant freshness of summer morphs into a captivating autumn palette of red, purple, and gold—an annual color festival that rarely fails to turn heads. The Palo Alto Sweet Gum is not just a pretty face—it is a resilient champion, thriving in a broad array of sun exposures and showing remarkable drought tolerance. This makes it an appealing option across varied landscape designs, from urban spaces to large gardens. When you're looking for an easy-to-manage yet visually engaging addition to your outdoors, the Palo Alto Sweet Gum is a choice that delivers year-round interest and charm.

  • Size: Up to 60-75 feet tall
  • Foliage: Five-lobed star-shaped leaves, transforms from green to warm hues of red, purple, and gold in the fall.
  • Water usage: Moderate, drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional feature (Autumn color): Notable for its brilliant autumn color display.
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