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Firehouse Sweetgum
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Firehouse'
Sweetgum
Currently unavailable
A prominent central leader, robust branch attachment, and upright angles contribute to a structure resilient to storms. In contrast to other trees of the same species in the vicinity, the mature tree situated on a residential street in Oregon sheds its leaves early and has remained unharmed by ice or snow. The production of seeds in this tree has been minimal to nonexistent.
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Plant facts
Quick answers
How big does Firehouse Sweetgum get?
About 50'+ tall and 25' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Firehouse Sweetgum need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Firehouse Sweetgum need?
Moderate water use.
Will Firehouse Sweetgum grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Firehouse Sweetgum in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Firehouse Sweetgum wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.