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Palo Alto

Palo Alto features deeply lobed leaves which turn fiery orange and red colours in the autumn. In good conditions the autumnal foliage colours are amongst the most long-lasting of any Liquidambar.

Palo Alto liquidambar trees for sale

  • 12-year pot-grown tree £44.95
    In a 7L pot
    Large size (3m-5m after 10 years)
  • 23-year pot-grown tree £49.95
    In a 12L pot
    Large size (3m-5m after 10 years)
Pre-ordering
You can pre-order now for delivery from August 2021. You do not need to pay at this stage - just add items to the basket and checkout as usual.

How to grow

Palo Alto grows with a slender upright form and does not require much space.

For best results plant in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.

Palo Alto characteristics

  • Gardening skillBeginner
  • AwardsRHS Award of Garden Merit
  • Attractive featuresAttractive tree / plantAttractive barkAutumn foliage colour
  • Growth habitUpright
  • Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
  • SunlightPrefers full sun
  • PruningLight prune
  • Growth rateAverage
  • Site conditionsFree-draining site
  • Leaf colourGreen
  • Leaf colour - autumnOrange / Red
  • Annual cycleDeciduous