There are many reasons to plant and grow a black gum tree (Nyssa sylvatica). For starters, this native tree offers brilliant fall color when its glossy green leaves turn rich shades of yellow, orange, ...
These trees are known for their autumnal foliage. The black gum tree, also known as black tupelo, is a medium-size deciduous tree with a slow growth rate, gaining only around one to two feet per year.