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Blackgum, Black Tupelo
Blackgum, Black Tupelo Blackgum, Black Tupelo Blackgum, Black Tupelo

Nyssa sylvatica

Common Name: Blackgum, Black Tupelo

With its brightly colored, shiny autumn leaves and wide range of adaptivity, especially well suited to wet sites. This is a great landscape tree. Unlike widely-planted Sweetgum, even seedlings of Blackgum are dependable for fall color. Needs pruning when young. These pot-propagated plants ensure transplant success.

Flower Color: Green
Zones: 4-9
Growth Habit: Tree
Height: 40-50
Spread: 20-30
Light Needs: Full Sun
Flowering Season: Spring
Leaf Color: Green
Plant Features: Great Plant Picks

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