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| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 50 to 60 |
| Spread (ft.) | 4.00 to 6.00 |
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| Bloom Description | inconspicuous flowers, yellow-green |
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| Tolerate | |
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Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Slendor Silhouette’ is a narrow, upright sweetgum tree with brilliant fall color, ideal for tight spaces, urban plantings, and vertical accents.
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| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | |
| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 50 to 60 |
| Spread (ft.) | 4.00 to 6.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | inconspicuous flowers, yellow-green |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Slendor Silhouette’, commonly known as Sweetgum, is a unique columnar cultivar of the native sweetgum tree, prized for its extremely narrow habit and brilliant fall color. Unlike the broad-spreading species, ‘Slendor Silhouette’ grows upright and tight, reaching 40 to 60 feet tall but only 4 to 6 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for tight spaces, vertical accents, or street-side plantings. Its star-shaped green leaves turn shades of red, orange, and purple in autumn. This deciduous tree also produces small, spiky seed balls, typical of sweetgum trees.
Ultra-narrow form: Ideal for small spaces, narrow yards, and urban gardens
Spectacular fall color: Fiery mix of red, orange, and purple leaves
Native cultivar: Offers the benefits of a native tree in a space-saving form
Sun exposure: Full sun for best growth and fall color
Soil needs: Prefers moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable
Maintenance: Low—minimal pruning; allow vertical space to develop naturally
Urban and narrow spaces: Perfect for tight spots where width is limited
Vertical accent: Adds height and structure without bulk
Wildlife-friendly borders: Brings native value and seasonal color
Pollinator and wildlife support: Provides food and habitat for birds and insects
Native species value: Supports ecosystem diversity
Fall leaf drop: Adds organic matter to soil over time
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Slender Silhouette grows best in full sun and moist, well-draining soil, but it is highly adaptable to clay, loam, or sandy soils. It tolerates both wet and moderately dry conditions, making it a versatile choice for many landscapes.
This cultivar is prized for its very narrow, upright form, growing up to 40–50 feet tall but only 4–6 feet wide. It’s an ideal tree for tight urban spaces, narrow property lines, or vertical accents in garden designs where height is needed but space is limited.
Like other sweetgums, it delivers spectacular fall foliage, with colors ranging from brilliant yellow to orange, red, and deep burgundy. Its tall, columnar habit creates a striking vertical column of color in autumn landscapes.
Yes, it can produce the spiky seed pods typical of sweetgum trees, though anecdotal reports suggest it may produce fewer than standard varieties. If seed drop is a concern, it’s best used in less-trafficked or naturalized areas, or plan for occasional cleanup.
Sweetgum is considered moderately deer-resistant. While not immune, its resinous sap and tougher foliage tend to make it less palatable to deer, especially once the tree matures beyond browsing height.
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