Swamp Tupelo

 $16.95





SWAMP TUPELO
Nyssa sylvatica

This tree of river bottoms and swamps is prized for the delicious tupelo honey made from its blooms. It also has small dark blue fruits that are eaten by migrating birds in the early fall, as well as wildlife species such as Wood Duck and bear. The foliage turns bright orange-red in fall.

NATIVE
Height: 40-60'
Spread: 20-30'
Foliage: Deciduous dark green leaves, bright in fall.
Wildlife: Small dark blue drupes Sep-Oct, very good for birds and wildlife
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil type: Moist lowland soils Ph 5.5-7.0
Pruning: Central leader
Maintenance: Easy
Hardiness Zone: 6-9

Size Shipped: 18-36" container-grown
Available at farm for pickup: 3, 15, 30-gallon (8-10' tall)

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