Wildfire Tupelo

Wildfire Black Gum, Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

This fantastic native selection heralds spring with bright red new foliage, turning rich dark green before a brilliant fall finale with yellow-orange, and vibrant scarlet. Excellent Leafspot resistance. Brown-black bark is heavily textured. Red-tinged branches add winter interest. Small ornamental black fruit is loved by birds. Deciduous.

Plant Type Trees
Hardiness Zone 4-9
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Height25' - 35' (ft), 35' - 45' (ft), 45' - 55' (ft)
Spread15' - 25' (ft), 25' - 35' (ft)
Spacing 25' (ft)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Great Foliage
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Wildlife
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Mass Planting
Wildfire Tupelo | Wildfire Black Gum, Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire' || This fantastic native selection heralds spring with bright red new foliage, turning rich dark green before a brilliant fall finale with yellow-orange, and vibrant scarlet. Excellent Leafspot resistance. Brown-black bark is heavily textured. Red-tinged branches add winter interest. Small ornamental black fruit is loved by birds. Deciduous.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Low Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Great Foliage, Deer Tolerant, Attracts Wildlife, Beds and Borders, Mass Planting
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