Sweetgum

Liquidambar styraciflua

Liquidambar styraciflua, commonly known as Sweetgum: Deciduous tree with star-shaped leaves that display vibrant autumn colors. Known for its spiky seed pods and aromatic resin, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is often found in forests across North America.

3 trees · 3 in progress · 18 records · Apr 2025 to Sep 2026

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#L000210 Sep 2026#L000314 Sep 2026#L000410 Sep 2026

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#L0002In progress

29 Apr 2025wiring, cutting and preparation for ring layer10 Jul 202516 Oct 20256 May 202627 Jun 202610 Sep 2026Ring layer took, removed and repoted and pruned

#L0003In progress

30 Apr 2025Arrival, from seed3 Jul 2025Arrival, from seed9 Oct 2025Arrival, from seed12 Dec 20256 May 20262 Jul 202614 Sep 2026Sacrifice branch half cut to allow for healing to start

#L0004In progress

29 Apr 2025Arrival, from seed6 Jul 2025some wiring20 Dec 20252 Jul 202610 Sep 2026