Nyssa 'Glowing Embers'
Also Known As
- Glowing Embers Tupelo
Plant type
tree, aquatic
size
- H: 30'-40'
- W: 20'-30'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Nyssa 'Glowing Embers' plant details
Nyssa 'Glowing Embers' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with bronze, gold, green and red foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nyssa 'Glowing Embers'
- Plant type: aquatic tree
- Plant family: nyssaceae
- Foliage: deciduous bronze, gold, green and red
- Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa 'Glowing Embers'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Gossler Farms
Gardening facts about Nyssa 'Glowing Embers' plant
How to Grow Nyssa 'Glowing Embers'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- gold
- bronze
- green
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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