Liquidambar styraciflua Worplesdon 15 Litre Pot

Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Worplesdon’ – Striking Autumn Foliage & Elegant Form

Liquidambar ‘Worplesdon’ is a superb deciduous tree admired for its vibrant autumn colour, elegant upright habit, and deeply lobed, maple-like leaves. Strong, reliable, and long-lived, it’s an ideal feature tree for medium to large gardens.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

• Spring: Fresh, bright green foliage unfurls on upright branches.
  
• Summer: Dense canopy of glossy green leaves provides shade and structure.
  
• Autumn: Spectacular display of fiery orange, red, and purple tones.
  
• Winter: Attractive bark and strong framework add architectural interest.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Ultimately reaches 12–15m tall, 8m wide.

• Foliage: Maple-like leaves with deeply cut lobes.

• Habit: Upright, pyramidal form—graceful and commanding.

Perfect For

• Planting as a striking specimen tree in lawns or avenues
• Adding dramatic autumn colour to garden landscapes
• Providing long-term structure in larger gardens
• Partnering with ornamental grasses, acers, or evergreens for contrast

Planting & Care

• Position: Best in full sun for maximum colour.

• Soil: Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil; tolerates neutral to acidic conditions.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Maintenance: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged wood in winter.

Why Choose ‘Worplesdon’?

• Exceptional autumn foliage in vivid shades
• Strong, upright growth ideal for feature planting
• Reliable, hardy, and long-lived tree
• Adds structure, shade, and seasonal drama

Companion Planting Ideas

• Pair with Betula utilis jacquemontii for striking bark contrast.

• Combine with Acers to extend autumn colour schemes.

• Underplant with spring bulbs or shade-tolerant perennials for year-round effect.

Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Worplesdon’ brings elegance, stature, and fiery autumn brilliance to any landscape, making it a timeless choice for gardeners who want a commanding yet low-maintenance feature tree.

Liquidambar styraciflua Worplesdon 15 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.