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Liquidambar styraciflua 'Oconee'
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Common name:
Oconee sweetgum
Family:
Hamamelidaceae (witch-hazel family)
Distribution:
Species native from e. United States to Central America
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 5
Life form:
Deciduous tree
Comments:
An excellent deciduous tree for a lawn where its roots can spread. The picturesque habit and superb fall color distinguish it from other trees. This sweetgum is a more rounded and smaller version of the species. Mature height is around 8-10' high by 6-8' wide. Fall color is deep reddish purple and holds for 3 to 4 weeks.
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BCA: BR31
(BR31)
• Accession: D1997-0093.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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Individual