Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain'
Also Known As
- Black Gum
- Tupelo Tree
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 10'-15'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain' plant details
Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: nyssaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring
- Uses: cascading, fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - high
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain' plant
How to Grow Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Vain'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - high
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- blue
- black
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Tree, Aquatic
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 20'
Width: 15'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - high
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 20'-40'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Aquatic
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 18'-50'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - high
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Plant Type
Tree, Aquatic
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 30'-40'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - high
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Plant Type
Tree, Aquatic
Zones
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Size
Height: 50'-60'
Width: 25'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
- high - drought tolerant
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