Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Stared’ – Striking Autumn Colour & Distinctive Foliage for Year-Round Appeal
Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Stared’ is a beautiful, deciduous ornamental tree admired for its sharply lobed, star-shaped leaves and rich, vibrant autumn colours. Supplied here in a 50-litre pot with an 8/10cm girth, this semi-mature tree makes an instant impact in any landscape, offering structure, texture, and seasonal drama.
Seasonal Beauty & Foliage
Spring: Crisp, green foliage emerges in a neatly structured canopy with distinctive, finely cut lobes.
Summer: The tree maintains a lush, pyramidal shape with glossy green leaves.
Autumn: A spectacular display of reds, oranges, and purples lights up the tree as temperatures cool.
Winter: After leaf fall, the tree’s grey-brown bark and elegant branch silhouette remain eye-catching.
Structure & Growth
Height & Spread: Medium growth, typically reaching 8–12m at maturity, with a uniform, upright habit.
Form: Naturally symmetrical and upright, ideal for formal avenues or as a garden focal point.
Foliage: Deeply lobed, star-shaped leaves give a textural, almost sculptural quality.
Ideal for Many Settings
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Feature Tree – Great as a lawn specimen or in large beds and borders.
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Avenues & Driveways – Upright shape makes it ideal for lining paths or roads.
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Urban Landscapes – Tolerant of pollution, perfect for city gardens or developments.
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Mixed Planting Schemes – Blends beautifully with other deciduous or evergreen trees.
Planting & Care
Position: Best in full sun to encourage the strongest autumn colouring.
Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; grows well in neutral to slightly acidic conditions.
Hardiness: Fully hardy and resilient across the UK climate.
Care: Low maintenance. Prune only to remove damaged branches or shape lightly in winter.
Why Choose ‘Stared’?
- Dramatic star-shaped foliage with intense autumn colours
- Strong form and structure for all-season visual appeal
- Low-maintenance and reliable in most gardens
- Excellent tree for adding height and seasonal transformation
Great Companion Plants
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Autumn-flowering perennials – such as Rudbeckia or Helenium
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Grasses – like Panicum or Stipa to contrast with the tree’s structure
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Spring bulbs – underplant with Tulips or Alliums for early interest
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Other trees – like Amelanchier, Birch, or Sorbus for a diverse, layered canopy
This 8/10cm girth Liquidambar ‘Stared’ offers immediate impact and long-term beauty, combining architectural shape with standout seasonal colour – a refined, elegant addition to any outdoor space.
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.
