Native Water-Saving Plants

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)- This big, beautiful tree brings the drama—in a good way. Sweetgum thrives in everything from clay loam to acidic sand or loamy soils, but it will need extra water during droughts.

It’s a showstopper in the fall, with foliage that turns rich shades of red and purple—even without a cold snap. The glossy, star-shaped leaves are hard to miss, and its spiky, golf ball-sized seed pods (yep, the ones birds love—about 25 species snack on them) hang on into winter.

In the wild, sweetgum can soar up to 130 feet, though it usually tops out around 75 feet in landscapes. Young trees start out with a distinct cone shape that eventually gives way to a wide, spreading crown. The tall, straight trunk sometimes flares out at the base and supports strong, upright branches.

Big, bold, and bursting with fall color—what’s not to love?

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