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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Palo Alto'

Family: Altingiaceae, Genus: Liquidambar

Description:

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Palo Alto' is an urban-friendly shade tree celebrated for its magnificent fall color and slender growth habit. It features star-shaped leaves and textured bark, with persistent spikey seedballs adding interest. This tree grows well in USDA zones 6 to 9, tolerating both wet and dry well-drained soils. It is resistant to pests and diseases and performs best in full sun.

Sources:
  1. [1] Palo Alto Sweetgum Tree: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
  2. [2] Palo Alto Sweetgum Tree: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source

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Last Updated August 18, 2025

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