{"product_id":"black-gum-live-tree-nyssa-sylvatica-bare-root-12-24-inches-tall-native-shade-tree-brilliant-fall-color","title":"Black Gum Live Tree | Nyssa sylvatica Bare Root | 12–24 Inches Tall | Native Shade Tree | Brilliant Fall Color","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eEnhance your landscape with the beauty of the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Gum Tree (Nyssa sylvatica)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hardy native tree celebrated for its spectacular red and purple fall foliage, distinctive textured bark, and exceptional wildlife value. This healthy starter tree measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12–24 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and is shipped \u003cstrong\u003ebare root\u003c\/strong\u003e for safe transit. Black Gum is an excellent choice for shade trees, naturalized landscapes, and wildlife gardens, thriving in a wide range of growing conditions while providing year-round interest.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Black Gum tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 12–24 inches\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Shipped bare root (no soil or pot)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, established root system\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Gum, Black Tupelo, Sour Gum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNyssa sylvatica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous native tree\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter tree\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-draining, acidic soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist during establishment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50 feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, while young\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant your Black Gum in a location with moist, well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight for the most vibrant fall color. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system, and apply mulch to help retain soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beyond The Ridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52050685100353,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify2_43_adc3a72a-f3a6-4bd1-888a-22e1e151dc0a.jpg?v=1785844240","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/black-gum-live-tree-nyssa-sylvatica-bare-root-12-24-inches-tall-native-shade-tree-brilliant-fall-color","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}