Slender Silhouette Sweetgum

Slender Silhouette Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette')Slender Silhouette Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette') is a dramatic, columnar form of the native sweetgum tree, offering bold vertical interest and stunning fall color in tight spaces. With a mature width of just 4 to 6 feet and a soaring height of 40 to 60 feet, this narrow cultivar is ideal for creating strong lines in modern or traditional landscapes. Its dense foliage, upright habit, and adaptability make it a favorite for urban design, privacy screening, and architectural accents.Distinctive FeaturesThis unique selection is known for its extremely narrow profile and fastigiate growth, forming a tight column of glossy green, star-shaped leaves. In autumn, the foliage ignites in vibrant shades of red, orange, and burgundy, creating a striking seasonal display. Despite its compact width, 'Slender Silhouette' maintains the toughness and versatility of the species, making it suitable for a wide range of site conditions. While it may produce some seed balls, its form and performance more than compensate in most landscape settings.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soils but adapts to clay, loam, and average conditions...