firestarter® black gum (Nyssa Sylvatica Firestarter 'Jfs-Red') - Shade trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun

Hardiness zone

4-9

Minimum temperature

−29°F (−34°C)

Soil type

Loam, Clay, Moist, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

firestarter® black gum

Nyssa Sylvatica Firestarter 'Jfs-Red'

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Minimum temperature: −29°F (−34°C)
Soil type: Loam, Clay, Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height30 ft-40 ft

Mature width15 ft-18 ft

Plant typeShade trees

Bloom seasonSpring, Summer

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant❌No

Pollinator-friendly—Bees

firestarter® black gum (Nyssa Sylvatica Firestarter 'Jfs-Red') - Shade trees

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