Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow'

Also Known As

Afterglow Sweetgum

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-60'
W: 20'-40'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow' plant details

Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow' is a broadleaf deciduous tree. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: altingiaceae
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Not only does this 40-60' tree have flashy rose-red fall color, but eye catching lavender-purple new growth, as well!... a handsome and colorful addition for any warmer-climate landscape. S/M

By: Forestfarm

If fall color matters to you, sweetgums have to be on your list, especially now that there are some small manageable ones. They hold their marvelous color longer than any other tree by about a month. This tree will only get about 15'. zone 6.

By: Whitman Farms

Gardening facts about Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow' plant

How to Grow Liquidambar formosana 'Afterglow'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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