American Sweetgum Forsythia since consistently wet soil can

since consistently wet soil can cause decline

then maintain moisture for best growth and flowering

Shade Performance: Stays dense and attractive in shade where many evergreens thin out

shape lightly after new growth hardens

If you want a true blue evergreen with lasting structure

American Sweetgum Forsythia since consistently wet soil canAmerican Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) American Sweetgum is a classic shade tree that brings strong structure, fast canopy development, and some of the best fall color available for large landscapes. The star shaped leaves create a bold, clean texture through summer, then shift to a mix of red, orange, yellow, and purple tones in autumn. Its upright, pyramidal form gives you a tree that looks intentional even while it is still young. If you have