Taxon

Nyssa sylvatica 'JFS-red' Firestarter®

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Common name: Firestarter® black tupelo, Firestarter® sourgum, Firestarter® blackgum
Family: Nyssaceae (tupelo family)
Distribution: Species native to e. North America
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Deciduous tree
Plant Patent Info.: PP26,975; 26 July, 2016
Comments: This cultivar of black tupelo has a narrow habit, growing 35' tall and only 18' wide at maturity. It has symmetrical, upswept branches with a strong central leader, which contributes to the remarkably neat and uniform appearance. Dark green foliage turns intensively bright red in fall, coloring earlier in autumn than most cultivars. While the foliage is similar to that of many red maples, its narrower shape makes it useful in garden spots where a red maple would be too wide. This tough, adaptable beauty even makes a stellar street tree. It is perfect for a low spot in your yard that stays soggy after a rain, and it will tolerate some drought once established.
Links: J. Frank Schmidt & Son Plant Introductions • US Patent and Trademark Office- Patent No. Search • US Patent and Trademark Office- Trademark Search

Locations

  • 1: DWD: AD08 (AD08) • Accession: D2018-0154.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: PKW: AQ06 (AQ06) • Accession: D2018-0154.004 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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