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Beginner
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12m
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15m
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20 years
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1 hour care
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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Lane Roberts' (Sweet gum 'Lane Roberts') will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 20 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Foliage only, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree, Woodland
Cultivation: Plant in acid or neutral soil in full sun to partial shade, although autumn colour is often best in a sunny position. Soil should be moist but free-draining.
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Clay, Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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| Soil pH: |
Acid, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
North, South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
david
I planted a liquidambar styraciflua 2/3 years ago and now 10 foot high. However the trunk is very weak and it cannot stand upright without support at 6 foot level. Is this normal? What support should I put in place as it is currently bending over and almost touching the ground?
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- Posted: Sun. 12th September 2010 08:21
- Last reply: Fri. 17th September 2010 10:21
Comment from
Nicola
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Lane Roberts' (Sweet gum 'Lane Roberts') has been used in The HESCO Garden by Leeds City Council for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.
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- Posted: Sun. 17th May 2009 12:59
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