2 Black Gum Tree Live Plants, Nyssa sylvatica, 18–30 Inch Potted Black Tupelo Trees, Brilliant Red Fall Color, Native Shade Trees

2 Black Gum Trees – 18–30 Inch Live Potted Trees

Bring spectacular fall color and native landscape beauty to your property with two live Black Gum trees (Nyssa sylvatica), also known as Black Tupelo and Sour Gum.

Native to eastern North America, Black Gum is prized for its glossy green summer foliage and brilliant autumn display of yellow, orange, and especially deep red leaves. Its attractive branching structure and distinctive mature bark add interest throughout the year.

You will receive 2 live Black Gum trees, each 18–30 inches tall, fully rooted in soil and shipped in its pot.

Tree Features

• Botanical name: Nyssa sylvatica

• Common names: Black Gum, Black Tupelo, Sour Gum

• Quantity: 2 live trees

• Shipped size: 18–30 inches tall each

• Mature height: Approximately 60–80 feet

• Mature spread: Approximately 20–30 feet

• Growth habit: Upright pyramidal when young, becoming rounded with age

• Foliage: Glossy green leaves

• Fall color: Brilliant yellow, orange, and primarily dark red

• USDA hardiness zones: 3–9

Outstanding Fall Color

Black Gum is often celebrated for its exceptional autumn foliage. Its glossy green leaves transform into vivid fall colors, especially rich shades of red.

As the tree matures, its bark develops an interesting alligator-hide appearance that adds year-round visual character.

Landscape Uses

Black Gum is a versatile native tree suitable for:

• Lawn and shade tree plantings

• Rain gardens

• Street and driveway plantings

• Moist areas and flood plains

• Areas with runoff or natural springs

• Wildlife-friendly landscapes

Its roots naturally grow downward, making transplanting trees older than four years difficult. Choose the planting location carefully while the trees are young.

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Prefers moist, organic soils

• Water: Tolerates standing water for several weeks and some drought once established

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9

Black Gum is especially useful in landscapes with moist soil conditions and can help absorb moisture from runoff and natural springs.

Wildlife Value

Black Gum provides a food source for bees, birds, and other small wildlife, making it a valuable addition to a wildlife-friendly landscape.

Shipping & Plant Information

• Quantity: 2 live trees

• Size: Each tree is 18–30 inches tall

• Root condition: Fully rooted in soil and shipped in its pot

• Growing medium: Soil-less mix

• Spring and summer: Ships with leaves

• Fall and winter: Ships dormant without leaves

• Carrier: UPS

• Shipping: Free to most locations

We can ship to all states, but shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. Territories, and remote locations may require a freight surcharge. We cannot ship to PO Boxes.

Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon nursery.

Plant two Black Gum trees for beautiful autumn color, native landscape appeal, and wildlife value!