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    • Photo of Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist' by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

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    Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist'

    Also Known As

    • Zydeco Twist Black Tupelo
    • Zydeco Twist Sourgum

    Plant type

    tree, aquatic

    size

    • H: 20'
    • W: 15'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist' plant details

    Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with green foliage. and black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist'

    Plant type: aquatic tree
    Plant family: nyssaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 15 FT wide, 20 FT tall
    Uses: contorted, fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - high
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This contorted tupelo is a fun container plant or a small tree in time. The stems twist and turn making an unusual plant. It has deep green glossy foliage through spring and summer and turns brilliant red in the fall.

    By: Gossler Farms

    The zigzag branches (corkscrew willow-like) of this 20-30' upright tree offer an amazing winter display after the vivid red leaves finish their amazing fall display on this almost-native wetland-loving tree. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    Contorted branches on a low mounded form that has the typical wonderful fall color.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist' plant

    How to Grow Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - high

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Fruit

      • blue
      • black

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • glossy

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