Description

Black Gum (Tupelo) Wildfire is a stunning native tree that captures attention with its vibrant red foliage in spring, glossy dark green leaves in summer, and exceptional crimson color in the fall. Its pyramidal form gives it a neat, structured appearance when young, making it a beautiful addition to any garden. The furrowed black bark adds texture and interest throughout the seasons, creating a versatile landscape feature.

Wildfire Black Gum (Tupelo) is ideal for moist, organic, and acidic soils, flourishing in environments where it can thrive without urban pollution. Its upright pyramidal growth habit works well in a variety of landscape settings, blending easily with other trees or shrubs for a balanced composition. Its average texture complements other plant types, making it a great option for naturalized or more refined garden designs.

Our trees are sold by height (younger trees) or by caliper (more mature trees), ensuring you find the perfect size for your landscape needs. This tree is available by trunk caliper, at 1.5-2 in. size, for a more mature, developed option.

Each plant comes with the roots balled & burlapped. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry before watering
Soil: moist, organic, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 4 – 8

Plant Shape: pyramidal
Plant Type: deciduous tree
Mature Size: height (50') , width (30')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: slow

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