This 80 foot tall, perennial, deciduous tree is also known as American Sweetgum, Alligator Tree, Satin Walnut, Blisted, Liquidambar, and Red, White, or Starleaf gum. Its star-shaped leaves have a sweet fragrance when crushed, and in the fall turn a brilliant mixture of yellows, oranges, purples, and reds. The fruit is spiky and woody, ripening from green to brown, and persisting through January. This fast-growing tree flourishes in partial shade and moist loams.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
336 Sanctuary Road, Harleyville, SC 29448
(843) 462-2150 |
beidler@audubon.orgP.O. Box 31373, Charleston, SC 29417
jtyrrell@audubon.org Visit site125 WAPPOO CREEK DRIVE, Building G, Suite 214, CHARLESTON, SC 29412
asc@audubon.orgLocal and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.
P.O. Box 21266, Charleston, SC 29413
, James Island, SC 29412
(864) 934-7922
Find local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
7 Briarcliff Drive, Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 633-1429
, James Island, SC 29412
2620 Hanscombe Point Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-0788
3095 Canal Bridge Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-3151
48 Sherman Drive, Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 525-9454
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
Bird-friendly landscaping provides food, saves water, and fights climate change.
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