Black Tupelo/Black Gum

$15.00

5 for $15

Nyssa sylvatica

bareroot

Sale Size: 18”-24”

Wildlife Attracted: birds, pollinators

Typical uses: ornamental, shade tree, erosion control, honey tree

Soil: average to wet, acidic, loam to clay loam

Sunlight Requirements: full sun to partial sun

Mature Height: 30-50’

Mature Width: 20-30’

All measurements are approximate

The Leaves of Nyssa sylvatica turn a scarlet red color in fall. As a dioecious tree, tupelo requires cross pollination to bear fruit. The flowers are highly attractive to bees. Produced fruit is sour but human safe and enjoyed by wildlife. The wood is very good for carving projects.

5 for $15

Nyssa sylvatica

bareroot

Sale Size: 18”-24”

Wildlife Attracted: birds, pollinators

Typical uses: ornamental, shade tree, erosion control, honey tree

Soil: average to wet, acidic, loam to clay loam

Sunlight Requirements: full sun to partial sun

Mature Height: 30-50’

Mature Width: 20-30’

All measurements are approximate

The Leaves of Nyssa sylvatica turn a scarlet red color in fall. As a dioecious tree, tupelo requires cross pollination to bear fruit. The flowers are highly attractive to bees. Produced fruit is sour but human safe and enjoyed by wildlife. The wood is very good for carving projects.