How big are the leaves on a sweetgum tree?
These handsome trees have a pyramidal canopy when young that becomes rounded with age. They make excellent lawn or shade trees in large landscapes. Sweet gum tree leaves have five to seven pointed lobes, and their shape will remind you of a star. Mature leaves are 4 to 7 inches wide.
Can a sweetgum tree be planted on a sidewalk?
Although sweetgum trees are often planted as street trees, they have shallow roots that can lift sidewalks and curbs. If you plan to plant a sweetgum, keep it at least 10 feet from pavements and foundations to avoid damage. The falling gumballs that are a hazard on pavements are another reason to keep them away from sidewalks and driveways.
Are there any problems with my Sweet Gum Tree?
I have two sweet gum trees in my yard about 75 feet apart. This past year, the leaves have not been as dense, and one of the trees had 4-5 large branches die off. I had them removed, and some of the inner wood was blackened. No insect tunnels were noted.
Can a sweet gum log be cut into wood?
I just had a sweet gum log cut up into lumber from a tree in my yard. The tree was in decline, so we bit the bullet and had it cut down. I had the arborist save a 8+ long section on the bottom. The sawyer brought his protable WoodMizer to the house and cut in on the spot.
How tall and wide does a sweetgum tree get?
Sweetgums are straight, tall trees with a single trunk that reaches a height of 75 feet or more. These handsome trees have a pyramidal canopy when young that becomes rounded with age.
Can a sweetgum tree be planted on a curb?
Although sweetgum trees are often planted as street trees, they have shallow roots that can lift sidewalks and curbs. If you plan to plant a sweetgum, keep it at least 10 feet from pavements and foundations to avoid damage.
I have two sweet gum trees in my yard about 75 feet apart. This past year, the leaves have not been as dense, and one of the trees had 4-5 large branches die off. I had them removed, and some of the inner wood was blackened. No insect tunnels were noted.
Where can you find sweetgum trees in the United States?
History/Lore. The Sweetgum tree is native to the southeastern United States and a member of a genus made up of only six species. The others are found only in Asia.
