Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo Tower™ pp22976

Scientific Name: Nyssa sylvatica 'Wfh1'

Also Known As

Nyssa sylvatica 'Tupelo Tower'
Tupelo Tower™ Blackgum

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-40'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo Tower™ pp22976 plant details

Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo Tower™ pp22976 is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black, blue and purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo Tower™ pp22976

Plant type: tree
Plant family: nyssaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo Tower™ pp22976

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

see pid nysy099

By: Forestfarm

N. ‘TUPELO TOWER’ - is a much more upright tree 30’x 20’ wide. The rich green leaves will turn glowing red in fall. Great for smaller spaces.

By: Gossler Farms

Tight, upright habit. Dark green leaves with AMAZING fall color! Great for smaller spaces.

By: Garden World

With all the great ornamental attributes of blackgum, including exceptional fall color, remarkable adaptivity, and ease of care, this selection allows even more flexibility of location because of its columnar habit.