Blackgum
Nyssa sylvatica

- Cornaceae
- Dicot
- Perennial
- Tree
- โ 95 ft tall
๐ฆ Wildlife value: supports pollinators and wildlife.
About Blackgum
Blackgum is a native tree that will turn your yard into a wildlife haven. Birds love its small blue berries in fall, and butterflies visit its flowers in spring. Best of all, this tree puts on an absolutely stunning show in autumn with brilliant red and purple leaves that seem to glow. It's a real showstopper that neighbors will admire, and you'll feel good knowing you're growing something that belongs right here naturally.
This tree is a perennial, so once established, it'll be a faithful friend for years to come. It's easygoing and doesn't demand much fussing. Plant it where it gets decent light and give it regular water while it's getting started. From there, nature mostly takes care of itself. You'll have a beautiful, hardworking tree that supports local wildlife while making your landscape lovelier. It's a rewarding choice for any gardener.
Native to 41 states
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin