Protected Series:
Zone: 4
WORPLESDON SWEETGUM
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Worplesdon' is commonly known as Worplesdon Sweetgum. It is an elegant and award-winning Sweet Gum with a straight trunk and a more broad, conical crown as it matures. Its green leaves are long, narrow and deeply lobed unlike the maple-like leaves of other Sweet Gums. In fall they turn bright shades of yellow, orange and red. Seed pods form in clusters and are hard, bristly balls which remain on the tree through winter. Added to this is its corky bark which provides additional winter interest.
The Worplesdon Sweetgum enjoys full sun and deep, moist, acidic, well-drained soils. It is a low maintenance tree that is deer and rabbit resistant.
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.
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