Moraine Sweetgum

Why it rocks: Moraine Sweetgum is a uniform and fast growing variety with a stunningly brilliant red fall color. This is the most cold hardy variety of Sweetgum, with excellent star shaped, glossy, dense green leaves. Moraine Sweetgum is a tall, spreading shade tree with interestingly shaped leaves that turn brilliant red in the fall, definitely a unique and great choice for any yard.  Where to put it: Moraine Sweetgum is a truly unique large shade tree which should be used in open areas of the yard or parkways, and planted at least 15ft from any buildings if possible. The outstanding fall spectacle will instantly make it the focal point of any landscape.  What it needs: Moraine Sweetgum prefers full sunlight and moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. For best results this tree should be planted in good soils and in relatively sheltered locations.