How much does a sweetgum cost per tree?

The sweetgum, also known as the gum tree, is a large deciduous broadleaf plant in the genus Liquidambar of the family Hamamelidaceae. It is native to North America and is widely distributed in the southeastern United States. The Jiangsu Institute of Agricultural Sciences along the Yangtze River began standardized cultivation technology research in 2003, and Nantong Yunfeng Qicai Horticulture and Mingpin Flowers and Trees have already carried out large-scale standardized introduction, breeding and planting.

How much does a sweetgum cost?

Seedling specification reference price Seedling specification reference price 5 cm 85 yuan 6 cm 150 yuan 7 cm 210 yuan 8 cm 380 yuan 9 cm 550 yuan 10 cm 650 yuan 11 cm 950 yuan 12 cm 1150 yuan 13 cm 1500 yuan 14 cm 1800 yuan

Note: The price of sweetgum trees is mainly determined by the specification and the market location. Prices vary greatly with different specifications, and prices also differ from one market location to another. For actual prices, please contact the merchant for specific inquiries.

Growth habits of the sweetgum

The sweetgum is a tree species of the subtropical humid climate. It likes light and grows better in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It has strong adaptability, tolerates partial shade, has deep roots and resists wind, and has strong sprouting ability. It has strong adaptability, but it grows best in fertile, moist, alluvial clay and fertile clayey slightly acidic soil at the bottom of rivers. Planting in mountainous and hilly areas also shows good performance. It can be planted in groups with other tall trees, and can also be used as a barrier or hedge in large gardens. Because of its rapid growth, attractive appearance and unique flower shape, it is one of the commonly used ornamental garden trees. It is planted in late autumn or early spring and requires a relatively long period of recovery after transplanting. It is a very beautiful tree species for gardens and street trees.

Cultivation and management of the sweetgum

1. Loosening soil and weeding: During the seedling growth period, loosen the soil and weed in time. When the seedlings are small, manual weeding is used. When the seedlings grow to more than 30 cm, chemical weeding can be carried out with herbicides, but the herbicide varieties should be chosen carefully and operated strictly according to the instructions to avoid phytotoxicity.

2. Water management: The sweetgum grows rapidly in moist and well-drained soil, so in dry weather, water should be replenished in time. From May to August is the vigorous growth period of the seedlings, so water management should be strengthened, and the soil water-holding capacity should be maintained at 50-60%. In July and August, increase the soil water-holding capacity and keep it at 70-75%. When it rains, drain the accumulated water in the nursery in time to prevent root rot, and irrigate when the weather remains dry for a long time.

3. Reasonable fertilization: After the seedlings survive, apply nitrogen fertilizer in time. The time to start fertilizing depends on the fertility of the soil. For relatively fertile soil, topdressing can begin 30-40 days after transplanting and surviving; otherwise, topdressing can begin in 15-20 days. The concentration of the first topdressing should be less than 0.1%. After that, depending on the growth of the seedlings, apply topdressing about once every 1 month, with the concentration not higher than 0.5%. Fertilize two or three times during the entire growing season. In the early stage, nitrogen fertilizer is mainly used, and in the later stage, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be added to promote strong seedlings and well-developed root systems. Generally, hole application is used, applying 20-30 kg of organic and inorganic compound fertilizer or 250-300 kg of decomposed organic fertilizer per mu.