Liquidambar formosana var. monticola – Formosan sweet gum

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Liquidambar formosana var. monticola – Formosan sweet gum

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A natural variety of L. formosana. Preferred for planting in our climate rather than the species because it resists frost better. The tree has numerous branches and grows with a vigorous vertical trunk that is grey and smooth. Young twigs change colour from olive-green to brownish-grey. This Liquidambar does not have corky wings. The leaves are 8 - 15 cm long and 10 - 17 cm wide. It is always 3-lobed, in contrast to the species which also has 5-lobed specimens. The hairless leaves are matt-glossy and turn to a particularly beautiful scarlet-red in autumn. Following the unremarkable flowering, large spiky fruit capsules, measuring approximately 2.5 cm, appear on long, thin stalks. They remain hanging on the tree until deep into winter. Prefers a sheltered site.

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Specifications
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Height
20 - 25 (40) m
Width
10-15m
Crown
broad fan-shaped, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
grey smooth trunk (no corky wings)
Leaf
palmate lobed, 3-lobed, dark green, 8 - 15 cm long
Autumn colour
red
Flowers
yellowish-green, unremarkable, end of April
Fruits
spiky, brown capsule on a long stalk, Ø 2.5 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
nutritious, humid soils
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Shape
clearstem tree
Origin
Southwest China (Hupeh, Szechuan)
Clear stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates paving suitable for wet soil broad vase-shaped 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green yellowgreen average growing Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit
Frequently asked questions
Liquidambar formosana var. monticola

Liquidambar formosana var. monticola can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (40) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Liquidambar formosana var. monticola is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (40) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Liquidambar formosana var. monticola turn red in autumn.

The right time to plant Liquidambar formosana var. monticola is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Liquidambar formosana var. monticola with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Liquidambar formosana var. monticola blooms in may.
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