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American sweetgum 'Warplethdon'
Liquidambar styraciflua
'Worplesdon'
The American sweetgum 'Worplesdon' (Liquidambar styraciflua 'Worplesdon') is a deciduous tree characterized by leaves that change from a beautiful red to orange in the autumn. Growth Characteristics - Size: Mature trees can grow up to approximately 20 meters in height, with a crown width of about 10 meters. - Leaves: The leaves are palm-shaped and display beautiful color changes in the autumn. - Soil Adaptability: It prefers well-drained, deep soil and thrives in soils ranging from acidic to slightly alkaline. - Sunlight: It grows best in full sun, but can adapt to partial shade to some extent. Propagation Methods - Seed Propagation: Seeds must be collected from mature fruit and allowed to pass through a cold winter to increase germination rates. - Cuttings: It can be propagated by breaking off semi-hardy branches during the summer. Cultivation Methods - Watering: Provide sufficient water during the initial establishment phase, but thereafter, it can generally tolerate some degree of dryness. - Fertilizer: Use a balanced fertilizer during the early growth stage to aid development, and apply fertilizer as needed once the tree matures. - Pruning: Manage the tree's shape by pruning as needed in late winter or early spring. Uses in Gardens - Landscape Tree: Its beautiful autumn foliage makes it suitable as a landscape tree in gardens or parks. - Ecological Value: It also serves as a habitat for insects and birds. Important Pests and Control Methods - Diseases: It may be susceptible to leaf blight or anthracnose; these can be prevented by maintaining proper drainage and ventilation. - Pests: Aphids and moths are the primary pests. Upon early detection, control can be achieved by spraying a mixture of soap and water or by using natural predators. The American sweetgum 'Warplesdon' is a tree that exudes great charm in the garden thanks to its unique and beautiful autumn foliage. You can maintain excellent landscape trees by managing them to grow in a suitable environment and paying attention to pest and disease prevention.
Plant Family
Altingia
Height
9~15m
Spread
7.5~12m
Colors
red
Bloom Period
March to August
Water Needs
commonly
Exposure
Sunny
Freezing Resistance
-20°C
Wind tree
Liquidambar formosana
Hance
American sweetgum 'Lane Roberts'
Liquidambar styraciflua
'Lane Roberts'