The Black Gum tree, also known as Nyssa sylvatica, is a beautiful and versatile tree native to North America. Here's some information about it:
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Appearance: The Black Gum tree is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 30-50 feet (9-15 meters) with a spread of 20-30 feet (6-9 meters). It has a pyramidal shape when young, gradually becoming more rounded with age. The leaves are glossy green during the summer and turn vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall.
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Bark: The bark of the Black Gum tree is grayish-brown and develops distinctive blocky ridges as the tree matures. It adds visual interest to the tree, especially during the winter months.
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Flowers: In the spring, small greenish-white flowers appear on the tree. While they are not particularly showy, they attract bees and other pollinators.
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Origins: |
Eastern US; GA Native |
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Height: |
30’ - 50’ |
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Spread: |
20’ - 30’ |
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Spacing: |
25’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Scale, rust, canker, and leaf spots can be occasional problems. Can tolerate both standing water and some drought.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Shade Tree, and Privacy Screen.
COMPANION PLANTS: Bald Cypress, Swamp Oak, Swamp Rosemallow
IMAGE: Bostonian13, Nyssa sylvatica tree, CC BY-SA 3.0
Famartin, 2014-11-02 12 47 37 Black Tupelo foliage during autumn at the College of New Jersey in Ewing, New Jersey, CC BY-SA 4.0
