Photo gallery

  • Mature Nyssa sylvatica planted in parkland
  • Row of medium-size Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo trees at Barcham Trees nursery
  • Small fruit produced in early autumn on Nyssa sylvatica
  • A young Nyssa sylvatica
  • The glossy leaves of Nyssa sylvatica in summer
  • Carbon Rating
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Tupelo, Black Gum

Nyssa sylvatica

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£412.00
10% discount applied when you buy any mix of 5 or more trees.
25% discount applied when you buy any mix of 10 or more trees.

About this product

Nyssa sylvatica, also known as Tupelo or Black Gum, is an excellent tree for autumn foliage. Its green summer leaves turn yellow, orange, and even red in October / November.

It originated in America and was introduced in the 1750s. However, it requires acid soil to thrive, so it is rarely seen in the UK.

When young, it is pyramidal in habit, but it can develop into a large, broad tree at maturity, so it is best suited to parkland and only the most extensive gardens.

Nyssa sylvatica prefers free-draining, lime-free soils.

Mature height: 12-17m

Specifications

Common names
Tupelo, Black Gum
Height of tree
12-17m
Soil type
Well drained, Acidic
Shape
Broad
Foliage Colour
Green
Looks good in
Autumn
Location
Parkland
Genus
Nyssa
Autumn Colour
Yes