Gum, Black

Nyssa sylvatica

Basics

Plant Type :Tree
Hardiness Range : Minimum :4.5
Maximum :9
Zone : 4,5,6,7,8,9

Height Range : Minimum :914.4
Maximum :2286

Spread Range : Minimum :762
Maximum :1067.1048

Growth Range :Slow growth rate

Shape : Oval, Pyramidal

Exposure (light) : Full/partial sun

Wetness Tolerance : Wet
Persistnece : Deciduous
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : Orange, Red, Attractive fall colors

Bloom

Color : White
Time : Early spring, Mid spring, Late spring

Fruit Color : Blue
Attribute : Attracts butterflies, Inconspicuous flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Medium salt tolerance
Environment :Drought tolerant, Tolerates flooding, Ozone resistant
Soil Condition :Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Well drained