{"product_id":"liquidamber-styraciflua-smoke-gum-tree-11501129","title":"Sweet Gum Tree 'Smoke Gum'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eGlossy, star-shaped leaves turn stunning crimson, purple, and claret hues in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eCorky grey-green bark develops as trees mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eProduces unique, conker-like seed pods in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Liquidambar, or \"Sweet Gum,\" is a handsome ornamental tree ideal for spacious gardens. Its glossy, deeply lobed leaves create a spectacular autumn display, holding vibrant shades of crimson, purple, and claret for over a month. Even after falling, the leaves add beauty on the ground. In older trees, the bark gains a textured, corky appearance in grey-green tones, enhancing its seasonal charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree also produces spiky, harmless seed pods that fall in autumn. Named for its fragrant resin, Sweet Gum offers unique versatility—its resin, storax, is traditionally used in chewing gum, glue, and cosmetics, while its wood is valued in furniture and paper making. Delivered as a bare-root specimen, approximate height 105-140cm, available from November to early April. At full maturity, it can reach a height of 12m (40ft), making it a remarkable focal point for larger gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantroops United Kingdom","offers":[{"title":"1 x 3L Tree","offer_id":53710503280913,"sku":"11501129","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9853\/0065\/files\/product_5272_2_large_0b1cc4dd-6640-4792-a1ae-0522bf7dacf3.jpg?v=1782491579","url":"https:\/\/plantroops.co.uk\/products\/liquidamber-styraciflua-smoke-gum-tree-11501129","provider":"Plantroops United Kingdom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}