Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

Black Gum - Black Tupelo

'Wildfire' Black Tupelo has spectacular red-tipped new growth into summer, followed by excellent red fall color. Introduced by Steve Hotevey of Beyond Green Nursery in Oregon. Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire' is also wet site and salt tolerant.

Height

40 Feet

Spread

30 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Erosion Control
•	Fall Color - Attractive
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Moist
•	Sandy
•	Wet

Exposure

•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
•	Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Food Source for Wildlife

Tolerance

•	Clay Soil Tolerant
•	Salt Tolerant
•	Wet Site Tolerant

Tree Type

•	Shade
•	Street

Foliage Color

•

Green

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