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Nyssa sylvatica

Black Tupelo

Deciduous tree native to Eastern North America, renowned for vibrant red and purple autumn foliage and adaptability to various soil conditions.

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Plant Details

Common Name	Black Tupelo
Family	Nyssaceae
Genus	Nyssa
Species	Sylvatica
Origin	Eastern North America
Blooming	Small greenish-yellow flowers, spring to early summer
Leaf Color	Emerald green turning red/purple in autumn
Sunlight	Half-shade / Sun
Category	Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly	close No

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, acidic soil rich in organic matter; tolerates clay and wet conditions well.

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once mature but prefers consistent moisture.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade required for best fall color development.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring if growth is slow.

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required; remove dead wood or water sprouts in late winter.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

-20° – 100°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

30% – 70%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

2000 – 35000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

10 – 50

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

40% – 75%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1200

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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