Taxon

Nyssa sylvatica 'Miss Scarlet'

Nyssa sylvatica 'Miss Scarlet' - Miss Scarlet black tupelo, Miss Scarlet black gum, Miss Scarlet sourgum
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Common name: Miss Scarlet black tupelo, Miss Scarlet black gum, Miss Scarlet sourgum
Family: Nyssaceae (tupelo family)
Distribution: Species native to e. North America
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Deciduous tree
Comments: An outstanding deciduous tree selection recently introduced for its outstanding brilliant red fall color. It can mature 60' tall by 40' wide. Glossy, dark green foliage in summer. Very ornamental ¼" blue fruit ripens in the fall and is highly attractive to birds. A beautiful shade tree worthy of a place in any garden.
Links: RHS Horticultural Database

Locations

  • 1: ZLG: AO15 (AO15) • Accession: D1999-0074.003 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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