Nyssa sylvatica
Sour Gum, Tupelo, Pepperidge
Description
This deciduous, fast-growing, moderate to large tree produces foliage about 4" long and 1.5" wide. This sour gun is one of the most consistent to color in the fall, turning a deep red.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
Black, Blue
Fruit Season
Fall
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.