Black Gum
Black Gum
Nyssa slyvatica
Type: Medium tree
Sun Needs: Full sun-part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet
Mature Size(ft): 30-50 x 20-30
Bloom Time: May-June
Growth Rate: Slow
Estimated size at delivery: 4-5
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
Appropriate for native and restoration landscapes
Great ornamental for lawns or street tree.
Ecological benefits:
• Supports native pollinators and insects
• Provides food and shelter for wildlife
Other info: Tolerates standing water and drought. Slow growing, flowers great nectar source for bees. Great ornamental for lawns or street tree.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder