Nyssa sylvatica (Black Gum or Tupelo or Black Tupelo) Shrub/Tree a Eurasian weed

a Eurasian weed

sturdy flower stalks decorated with large tubular white flowers appear and flower nearly a month

Naturally uncommon around the Chicago area

It contains normal to drier species

with a very deep root system

Nyssa sylvatica (Black Gum or Tupelo or Black Tupelo) Shrub/Tree a Eurasian weedNyssa sylvatica (Black Gum) is a striking specimen, shade, or even street tree with its glossy green leaves in the summer and blazing red fall leaves. Although the flowers are not particularly showy they are a rich nectar source for bees and its seed are a valuable food source for birds. This tree is a beloved to the informed as it is very pretty and adds a nice bit of diversity to the urban and suburban forest! Sun Exposure Part Sun Full Sun Soil