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Posted 04/29/2023 in Tree

Nyssa sylvatica

A spectacular scarlet tree color in the fall! Nyssa sylvatica has a straight trunk and rounded crown with dark blue fruit attracts birds and wildlife.

Post Details

Latin Name
Nyssa sylvatica
Common Name
Black Gum
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Birds
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
30-50 ft
Spread
20-30 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A spectacular scarlet tree color in the fall! Nyssa sylvatica has a straight trunk and rounded crown with dark blue fruit attracts birds and wildlife.

Special Care Instructions

Dioecious (separate male and and female trees). Female trees need male trees to fruit

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