Nyssa sylvatica – Black Tupelo

Description

Nyssa sylvatica – Black Tupelo

DESCRIPTION: As a moderately sized tree with lovely autumn colour, Tupelo would make an excellent specimen planting in a medium to large garden.

HEIGHT: 10.0m

WIDTH: 5.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Pyramidal with excellent uniform structure & strong central leader

FOLIAGE: Mid green foliage becomes orange and scarlet in autumn

FLOWERS and FRUIT: Produces clusters of small blue egg shaped berries

BARK:

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

LANDSCAPE USES: 

TOLERANCES: Prefers most, moderately well drained and fertile soil in a full sun position. Tolerates wet sites, drought and frost as well as hot climates.

TREE CARE: Pruning is generally not required. Relatively pest free