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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Nyssa sylvatica 'Northern Splendor™' you will need.

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Nyssa sylvatica 'Northern Splendor™'

Black Gum

  • Broadly upright habit
  • Deep green leaves in summer
  • Foliage turns fire engine red in fall
  • White flowers followed by bluish berries

  • Category: Trees
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Height: 30-40 ft
  • Spread: 20-25 ft
  • Bloom Color: White
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Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
Fall Color
Low Maintenance
Salt Tolerant
Habit
Upright
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Nyssa sylvatica 'Northern Splendor™'

An excellent ornamental shade tree with brilliant fall colour and suitable for a wide range of locations, including typically wetter areas. Grows best in a slightly acidic soil.