Watering the sweetgum tree

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27.06.2024

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Sweetgum origin
Sweetgum care and location
Pruning sweetgum
Fertilizing sweetgum trees
Watering the sweetgum tree

Sweetgum origin

The sweetgum (Liquidambar) is a deciduous tree belonging to the family Altingiaceae. It is native to North America and Asia, with some subspecies found in Central America. In Europe, the sweetgum reaches a height of 20 to 30 meters and an age of up to 400 years. Its existence is estimated to be about 65 million years old. It was introduced to Europe as an ornamental tree in the 17th century. The leaves of the sweetgum are green, turning red, orange, and yellow in autumn. The flowers appear in spring and are small and inconspicuous.

The fruits of the sweetgum tree are spherical capsules that ripen in autumn and contain several seeds. In traditional Chinese medicine, the sweetgum tree is used for its expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties.

The indigenous peoples of the Americas used the resin of the sweetgum tree as a natural chewing gum, and it is still used for chewing gum production today. It is also used in the manufacture of perfumes, adhesives, and oils.

Sweetgum care and location

Sweetgum trees prefer a location in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. They are undemanding in terms of soil types, but moist soil is preferred. The best time to plant is in spring or autumn.

Pruning sweetgum

The sweetgum tree does not require regular pruning, but it can be beneficial to guide its growth into a specific shape or to control excessive growth. Pruning should be done in spring before the next growing season begins. Take care to make clean cuts to avoid permanent wounds that can become entry points for fungal infections and pests.

Do you need to fertilize the sweetgum tree?

Sweet gum trees can collect nutrients from deeper soil layers, so fertilization is usually not necessary. However, if a lack of nutrients is detected, a dose of organic Fertilizer in spring to promote growth.

Due to climate change, it is getting hotter in our regions and longer dry periods are the result. This has an impact on the environment and especially on the trees. The increasing dryness and rising temperatures lead to stress in trees. Depending on the location and the climate situation, more frequent watering may be necessary than in previous years.
Newly planted trees still need to establish roots and require a lot of water. They must not dry out in summer and should be watered several times a week during dry periods.

Sweetgum trees have a deep root system and can draw water and nutrients from deeper soil layers. However, even mature trees require consistent soil moisture during dry periods. As a general rule, young trees need 50 to 75 liters of water per watering, while older trees require 150 to 200 liters. Waterlogging should be avoided, as it can lead to root rot.

When an amber tree is watered with a hose, a lot of water hits the ground all at once. There is a risk that much of the water will run off the surface before it can be absorbed by the roots. tree bath watering bags Watering is more efficient and even saves water. The watering bags release water continuously through two holes in the bottom, dripping it into the soil over several hours. This method ensures even moisture levels and prevents water from seeping away. The watering bag covers the soil, preventing water evaporation.

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