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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared'

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared'

'Stared' Sweetgum

synonym Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stella'

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Description

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' (‘Stared’ sweet gum, synonym Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Stella’) is a relatively slow-growing tree, usually up to a height of fifteen metres although - in optimum conditions - a height of twenty metres can also sometimes be reached. Sweet gum ‘Stared’ forms a narrowly oval crown which later becomes narrowly vase-shaped, up to seven metres wide. The origin of this cultivar is difficult to determine. 

Cultivar ‘Stared’ stands out on account of what is particularly striking blossom for a Liquidambar. At the end of April or early May the upright, dark pink flower spikes appear in abundance. The characteristic palmate, 5-7 lobed and very deeply cut leaf emerges red and changes to dark green in summer with red petioles. In the autumn the tree fruits very profusely. The small, brown capsules are beautiful set amongst the early red autumnal foliage. The tree’s red-brown branches and twigs have corky fissures, although less pronounced than in the species and some other cultivars, such as Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Palo Alto’. Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Stared’ has a grey, smooth bark which later becomes rougher.

Sweet gum ‘Stared’ is a terrific choice for parks and gardens owing to its wonderful blossom. But this variety will also be useful for avenues and squares on account of its suitability for paved areas. Be aware that the tree does not grow as vigorously as other selections of Liquidambar styraciflua. Plant Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Stared’ for the best growth and blossom in a bright and sheltered location on moisture-retentive to moist, not too heavy soil.

Types of planting

Tree types

standard trees feathered trees shade trees

Use

Location

street avenue square park central reservation large garden cemetery

Pavement

none none open open sealed sealed

Characteristics

Crown shape

narrow oval narrow oval narrow vase-shaped narrow vase-shaped

Crown structure

dense dense

Height

15 - 20 m

Width

5 - 7 m

Winter hardiness zone

5B - 10B

Aspects

Wind

slightly tolerant to wind

Soil

loess sabulous clay peaty light clay

Nutrient level

moderately rich in nutrients rich in nutrients

Soil moisture level

moist wet

Light requirements

sun

pH range

acidic neutral

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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' standard tree
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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' feathered
leaves leaves
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' leaves
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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' leaves
fruits fruits
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' fruits
bark bark
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' bark
twigs twigs
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Stared' twigs

Flowers

Flowers

spikes heads striking standing

Flower colour

dark pink

Flowering period

April - May

Leaves

Leaf colour

buds red dark green

Leaves

deciduous palmate dissected crenate lobate

Autumn colour

red scarlet

Fruits

Fruit colour

brown

Fruits

rich fruit yield small capsule capsules spiny nut

Bark

Bark colour

grey

Bark

smooth, later on rough

Twigs

Twig colour

red-brown

Twigs

corky

Root system

Root system

deep extensive fleshy roots central root

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A plant's winter hardiness is the coldest area in which it is frost-resistant. This is based on the average annual minimum temperature. Winter hardiness zones are thirteen different frost zones in steps of 5.5 degrees Celsius. This format is an international standard for the hardiness of plants. The zones in which the plant is frost-resistant are always included in the description of trees and other vegetation.

Winter hardiness is a genetic characteristic and is not influenced by the location in which the plant is cultivated. This means that a plant that has been cultivated for many years in winter-hardiness zone 6 but has a winter hardiness of 3 is perfectly suited for replanting in a colder zone. It will thrive there thanks to its genetic characteristics.

When choosing planting for a project, the winter hardiness of the plants is extremely important. By choosing species that match the zone in which the project is being created, it is possible to ensure that plants can withstand the minimum temperature in that area.

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