Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine'

Also Known As

Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Wine'
Black gum
Sour gum
Tupelo

Plant type

tree, aquatic

size

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

planting zones

5a-8b

Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine' plant details

Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with burgundy and green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. 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 sylvatica 'Red Red Wine'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
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

We have also seen this plant listed as Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine'. The dark green glossy foliage turns brilliant dark red in fall. The southeastern U.S. native will grow in wet soils as well as well drained soils.

By: Gossler Farms

Gardening facts about Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine' plant

How to Grow Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Red Wine'

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
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- blue
- black
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy

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Nyssa sylvatica Red Rage®

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