Slender Silhouette Sweet Gum

The Slender Silhouette Sweet Gum is a unique, columnar variety of sweet gum that delivers striking vertical structure with minimal footprint. Growing up to 40-50 feet tall but only 4-6 feet wide, it's perfect for narrow spaces, privacy screening, or as a dramatic architectural accent. Its deeply lobed, glossy green leaves turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and burgundy in fall, creating a vivid seasonal display.

Unlike traditional sweet gums, 'Slender Silhouette' produces very little fruit, making it a cleaner, low maintenance option for residential landscapes. It's adaptable, easy to grow,  and offers four season interest in a refined, space saving form.

Height: 40-50 feet

Spread: 4-6 feet

Hardiness: 5-9

Growth Habit: Extremely narrow and upright (columnar)

Light: Full sun

Foliage: Glossy green, turning vibrant red, orange, and burgundy in fall

Fruit: Rare to none (unlike standard sweet gums)

Water Needs: Moderate (drought tolerant once established)

Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

Maintenance: Low

Deer Resistant: Yes