Black Tupelo Tree – Live Native Shade Tree | 1 Gallon Pot Plant | Nyssa sylvatica | Brilliant Fall Color Landscape Tree

Add exceptional native beauty and breathtaking fall color to your landscape with Black Tupelo, one of North America’s most admired ornamental shade trees. This elegant native tree features glossy dark green foliage throughout the growing season before transforming into a spectacular display of yellow, orange, bright red, scarlet, and purple tones in autumn—often all appearing on the same branch at once.

Its graceful branching structure and outstanding seasonal color make Black Tupelo an excellent choice for large landscapes, woodland gardens, wildlife habitats, and native plantings. In addition to its ornamental value, this tree supports pollinators and birds while providing valuable shade and long-term landscape interest. These healthy plants are shipped established in 1 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Black Tupelo tree
✔️ 1 gallon pot plant
✔️ Native ornamental shade tree
✔️ Brilliant multicolor fall foliage
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Black Tupelo
Botanical Name: Nyssa sylvatica
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 30–50 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 20–30 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: No; best suited for landscape planting

💡 Care Tip: Plant in acidic soil with good moisture retention for best growth and strongest fall color development. Young trees benefit from regular watering during dry periods while establishing roots.