Moraine Sweetgum is a medium native deciduous tree with a straight trunk and a upright oval habit that opens with age. The glossy green star-shaped leaves turns a brilliant red in fall. Female flowers give way to the distinctive spiky ‘gumball’ seedpods. Best color in full sunand moist well-drained soil. Tolerates wet soils.
Type:
Tree
Origins:
SE N. America, C. America; GA Native
Height:
40' - 45'
Spread:
25’ - 30'
Spacing:
25'
USDA Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Culture:
Full Sun
Bloom Color:
Green
Season of Interest:
Fall
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew. Seedpod drops can be messy or a hazard if planted near walkyas or paths. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundational Planting, and Hedges.
