Pyramidal when young, becoming more spreading with age. Inconspicuous green-white flowers bloom in spring followed by blue-black drupes that ripen in early fall. Brilliant fall colors ranging from yellow to red.
| Scientific Name: | Nyssa sylvatica |
| Zone: | 5 |
| Light: | Sun to Light Shade |
| Height: | 30-40' |
| Width: | 20-30' |
| New Shape: | Pyramidal, broad |
| Foliage: | Dark green |
| Flower: | Insignificant |
| Fruit: | Blue-black |
| Fall Color: | Yellow to red |
