Photo of Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud'

Also Known As

  • Black Gum

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud' plant details

Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with variegated foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: nyssaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud' is a lovely variegated form of Black Tupelo, with cream and white coloring in summer turning to pink and red in autumn. Found in a roadside ditch in Arkansas by Jeff Flanagan and named after his wife. Wet site tolerant.
Black Gum. Probably a smaller tree. Full sun or light shade, especially in warmer climate, morning sun would be enough. Moist but well-drained acid soil. Prefers a site sheltered from the wind. Zones 3-9 for the species, not sure if this one is quite as tolerant.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud' plant

How to Grow Nyssa sylvatica 'Sheri's Cloud'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Scientific Name: Nyssa sylvatica 'Haymanred'

aka Nyssa sylvatica 'Hayman's Red Rage', Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Rage', Blackgum, Pepperidge 'Red Rage', Red Rage Black gum, Red Rage Sour gum, Red Rage Tupelo, Sour Gum, Tupelo

Plant Type

Tree, Aquatic

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-35'

Width: 20'-30'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Chinese Tupelo

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Aquatic

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 20'-40'

Width: 15'-30'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Nyssa sylvatica 'Autumn Cascade', Black Gum, Black Tupelo, Weeping Black gum

Plant Type

Tree, Aquatic

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 18'-50'

Width: 15'-30'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
Photo of Nyssa sylvatica 'Autumn Cascades' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Black gum, Sour gum, Wildfire Tupelo

Plant Type

Tree, Aquatic

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-40'

Width: 15'-25'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
Photo of Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Black Gum, Black Tupelo, Blackgum, Sour Gum, Tupelo

Plant Type

Tree, Aquatic

Zones

3a-10b

Size

Height: 50'-60'

Width: 25'-30'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • high - drought tolerant
Photo of Nyssa sylvatica form by Jean-Pol GRANDMONT
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