Tupelo, Black 'Green Gable'

This is my favorite Nyssa sylvatica cultivar. Black Tupelo "Green Gables' has all the positive attributes of the species: tolerance of tough growing conditions, excellent fall color, horizontal branching, etc. The differences are as follows: even glossier summer foliage, brilliant red fall color, and a pyramidal form (hence the name ''Green Gable''). This also gives it a perfect silhouette in winter - truly, four-season performance is on offer.

This tree will tolerate a wide range of soils: wet and poorly drained, dry, clay, and compacted. Because of the consistent pyramidal form, Black Tupelo 'Green Gable' makes a lovely 'Allee' or can fit any other situation where a formal appearance is desired. Like the species, ''Green Gable'' grows 40'-50' tall with a 20'-30' spread.