Northern Splendorâ„¢ Black Tupelo
Quick Overview
Northern Splendor™ Black Tupelo’s fiery red fall color brings warmth to the landscape. This tree is stunning, from its native feel, glossy deep green leaves that turn red in fall to its upright form. Plant this tree anywhere a splash of color and shade is needed.
Details
Quick Overview
Why it rocks:
Northern Splendorâ„¢ Black Tupelo is a cold-hardy ornamental shade tree with glossy deep green leaves that turn a robust red in the fall. This tree adds warmth and texture to the landscape.Where to put it:
Northern Splendorâ„¢ Black Tupelo will light up your parkway in the fall with its bold red color, or plant this wonderful ornamental shade tree in open areas of your yard.What it needs:
Northern Splendorâ„¢ Black Tupelo prefers acidic, moist soil but tolerates wet sites and some dry conditions. Please, be sure to follow our watering guidelines for the first few growing seasons until the root system is well-established.Specs
Botanical Name | Nyssa sylvatica ‘Northern Splendor’ |
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Hardiness Zone | 4 |
Tree Type | Shade, Ornamental & Flowering |
Size Range | Large Tree (more than 40 feet) |
Mature Height | 40' |
Mature Spread | 25' |
Shape | Upright Oval |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Fall Color | Red |
Flower Color | N/A |
Decorative Fruit | N/A |
Landscape Uses | Shade, Parkway/Street, Ornamental/Flowering |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Plant Tolerance | Tough & Adaptable |
Standout Feature | Deep glossy green leaves, Rich red fall color |