Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styraciflua)

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Description

Type: Deciduous tree

Family: Altingiaceae

Height:60-85 feet

Spread: 40-60 feet

Native Range: Eastern US

Ideal Site Requirements: Easily grown, avoid alkaline soils

Soil: well drained, but tolerant of many soil types

Water: medium

Sunlight needs:  full sun

Tolerates: clay soil 

Landscape use: excellent shade tree

Brief Description: Low maintenance shade tree, excellent fall color

Wildlife Benefits

Possible Problems:  No serious issues, though trees drop significant amounts of fruit.

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After 17 years in the non-profit and public sector, Jess remains committed to mission-driven work that tackles the challenges facing our communities. Their career began with a year of service as an Americorps St. Louis Emergency Response team member, responding to natural disasters and performing conservation projects. That foundation of service led to roles supporting the arts, affordable housing, mental health, and grassroots housing advocacy in St. Louis. During this journey Jess has worked to center the value “nothing about us, without us.” They do their best to ensure that the voices of people who have been marginalized guide the strategy and execution of work that honors their lived experiences. When they aren’t working, Jess is out paddling, hiking, working in their garden, or building something.