Stared

Liquidambar styraciflua

Stared is a form of the North American sweet gum. It is named for its small dainty 7-lobed leaves which are deeply incised and resemble stars.

As you would expect from a Liquidambar, the leaves take on vibrant red and orange colours in autumn.

Stared liquidambar trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £75.00

Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Very large size (4m-7m after 10 years)

Pre-order now for delivery in September 2025

How to grow

Stared is a bit smaller than most Liquidambars, and more slow-growing, making it ideal for bringing autumn colour to smaller gardens.

Stared characteristics

Attractive featuresAttractive barkAutumn foliage colour
Height after 10 years5m-8m / 16ft-25ft
PruningLight prune
Growth rateSlow
Site conditionsFree-draining site
Annual cycleDeciduous

What will it look like?

Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.

This variety description was produced by Orange Pippin staff from first-hand research. Last checked: 2022.

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