Black Gum Tree Seeds
Nyssa sylvatica commonly known as tupelo black tupelo black gum or sour gum is a medium sized deciduous tree native to eastern north america from the coastal northeastern united states and southern ontario south to central florida and eastern texas as well as mexico.
Black gum tree seeds. The leaves of the black gum tree are an elongated oval shape that offer a brilliant fall show. Because black gum is difficult to propagate vegetatively few selections have been made. Grows 30 to 50 feet tall. This fits your.
Grows up to 30 to 50 feet tall genus. Fruit is bluish black and is loved by many birds. The leaves flutter easily in the slightest of breezes and form a rounded canopy. Black gum summer leaves are a dark green with a high gloss appearance but the most spectacular part of this tree is the fall foliage with many shades of yellow orange bright red purple or scarlet that may appear on the same branch.
One of the best native trees for fall color. 5 0 out of 5 stars 1 rating. It is fine to grow a black gum tree near rivers streams or other bodies of water. Because provenance has an effect on fall color display it is recommended a colorful seedling tree from a local source be chosen.
Outstanding summer and fall foliage. 14 99 free shipping. Black gum or sour gum tree facts can be rather fascinating for arborists who study this hardy towering native species. For best results you may want to start one from seed in the desired site or choose a young sapling where the taproot will be shorter.
With daily moderate watering the seeds should begin to. Prefers moist well drained deep soils in the wild it is found on high mountain ridges and cold mountain swamps. The national champion black gum 67 feet is in new jersey. 4 to 9 customers also shopped for.
Bark matures to medium gray and resembles alligator hide. Page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1. The resilient wood is good for making tool handles. Make sure this fits by entering your model number.
Nyssa sylvatica outstanding summer and fall foilage 60 80 germination rate zones. Blackgum trees like good drainage and light textured soil. 50 black gum tree seeds nyssa sylvatica brand. Grows 30 50 high.
Black gum nyssa sylvatica the black gum tree is an excellent street tree in residential areas.