Overview
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' is a bushy, columnar upright trees in the genus Liquidambar, part of the Hamamelidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural, cottage and informal garden and low maintenance.
About
Liquidambar styraciflua, commonly known as the American sweetgum among other names, is a deciduous tree in the genus Liquidambar native to warm temperate areas of eastern North America and tropical montane regions of Mexico and Central America. Sweetgum is one of the main valuable forest trees in the southeastern United States, and is a popular ornamental tree in temperate climates.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Liquidambar
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'?
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' need?
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' hardy in the UK?
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Liquidambar styraciflua 'Fastigiata'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
