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

As the name says, this tupelo will have amazing orange, red and yellow fall foliage. Can be grown in damp areas and will thrive.

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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