Liquidambar styraciflua 'Moraine'

Pyramidal when young, developing into oval, rounded crown
Branchlets may display distinctive corky ridges
Glossy dark green leaves are star-shaped
Fall colour is a brilliant mixture of yellows, oranges, purples and reds
Non-showy yellow-green flowers appear in clusters
Female flowers give way to hard, bristly, "gumballs"
Bloom Time: Early spring

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Yellow

HEIGHT:
15-18 m

SPREAD:
10-12 m

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

An excellent ornamental shade tree with brilliant fall colour, suitable for a wide range of locations, including typically wetter areas. Shows best fall colour in a slightly acidic soil.

Additional Notes about Moraine Sweetgum:

The common name refers to the "gum" which seeps from bark wounds. This gum has historically been used for a variety of purposes, including chewing gum, incense, perfumes, folk medicines and flavourings.

'Moraine' is purportedly hardier than the species.