Red Splyndor™ Black Gum, also known as Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Splyndor', is a stunning deciduous tree that is native to North America.
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Appearance: Red Splyndor™ Black Gum is known for its vibrant red foliage, which emerges in the spring and turns a deep green during the summer. In the fall, the leaves transform into brilliant shades of red, orange, and purple, creating a stunning display.
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Size: This tree typically reaches a height of 30-50 feet (9-15 meters) and has a spread of 20-30 feet (6-9 meters). It has a pyramidal shape when young, but matures into a more rounded form.
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Growing Conditions: Red Splyndor™ Black Gum thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It is also tolerant of wet conditions and can be planted near streams or in low-lying areas.
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Type:
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Tree
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Origins:
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Eastern US; GA Native
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Height:
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50’ - 60’
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Spread:
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35’ - 40’
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Spacing:
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40’
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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4 - 8
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Culture:
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Full Sun, Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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White
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Season of Interest:
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Fall
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Scale, rust, canker, and leaf spots can be occasional problems. Can tolerate both standing water and some drought.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Shade Tree, Privacy Screen, and Bog Gardens.
COMPANION PLANTS: Bald Cypress, Swamp Oak, Swamp Rosemallow
IMAGE: Photos by Moon's Tree Farm, Red Splyndor® Black Gum
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
