Burgundy Sweetgum Tree
Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Burgundy’
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Burgundy Sweetgum Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 5-9
Bold, dynamic fall color, the Burgundy Sweetgum Tree (Liquidambar styraciflus 'Burgundy') features a beautiful deep, red/purple, long-lasting fall color and a wonderfully bold, upright character. This tree makes a statement in any yard with its deeply textured corky trunk and distinctive large, glossy, star-shaped leaves, which turn heads in fall!
The spring flower clusters become persistent spikey seed balls that birds love! But standing back one will notice that the narrow Burgundy is a very balanced pyramidal tree that tapers down from a central leader. When space is limited, this modern variety is the right choice!
As a columnar tree, it will grow tall, but not too wide for you. The Burgundy's canopy presents a dense columnar appearance with dark rich summer green foliage. You may also be looking for a tree that develops "knock your socks off", an incredibly brilliant fall color. Well, this is it!
The outstanding color spans across shades from deep crimson, to glistening burgundy tones that seem to shimmer in the daytime sunlight. The display lasts for over a month - even if you live in a warmer climate! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 9, these tall trees only spread 20-30 feet wide.
Planting and Application:
This ornamental tree fits into side yards and around the landscape just beautifully! Give its roots at least 10 feet of wiggle room from patios, sidewalks, or walkways, and add a 10-foot wide swath of mulch beneath the canopy to catch the spikey seed balls that birds adore! Tuck a few lounge chairs or a hammock and bask in the shade!
Use the Burgundy Sweet Gum to block the hot afternoon sun, accent your property line, or plant in multiples to create a delightfully shady summer sitting area! A wonderful tree to line a driveway with or to screen out an unwanted view. The Burgundy's beautiful balance structure makes it a very formal-looking tree in the landscape.
Not minding moister soil locations, these adaptable trees can handle areas around Rain Gardens, near ponds, and along streams and water features!
- Unique Star-Shaped Leaves
- Columnar Shade Tree Fits In Small Landscapes
- Brilliant Burgundy/Purple Fall Foliage!
- Moderate to Fast Growth Rate
- Gorgeous Specimens, Shade Trees & Accents
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Best in full sun and well-drained, moist, and slightly acidic average soils, but can tolerate wetter soils and periodic drought for a short time, including salt, alkaline, and clay sites. Establish your tree with careful watering, and thereafter, water regularly to protect your investment. Sweetgum trees are pest and disease-free and easy to grow and care for! It's easy to grow and will achieve good height quickly!
Apply a 3-4 inch deep layer of pine bark or pine straw mulch to young trees, and spread it three feet outside the canopy. Spread the mulch out further for mature trees to keep the spiked seedpods from getting into the lawn. You will need to do little or no pruning, but if you do prune, it is best to trim in the spring.
- Best in Full Sun
- Moderate to High Moisture
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Widely Adaptable In Any Well-Drained Soil
- Minimal Maintenance - Prune Early Spring
With today's smaller lot sizes, the Burgundy Liquidambar Sweetgum Tree might be the perfect all-around shade tree! Order your new favorite fall color trees today from Nature Hills!
Gorgeous Fall Color
All Liquidambars are native to the United States, growing throughout the eastern seaboard to the south of Texas. The name 'Sweetgum' comes from the sap of the tree which in the past has been used for a variety of flavorings, perfumes and medicines.
The Burgundy Liquidambar is a selection made by the Saratoga Horticultural Institute in Saratoga California in the late 1950s. The tree's numerous qualities above and beyond all other Liquidambars tested, made it a stand out!
A moderate to fast growth rate with a non-competing leader was the first indication of this superior selection.
