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Nyssa sylvatica 'David Odom'
Choose Afterburner Black Gum if you want a native shade tree with strong fall color and a tidy upright shape. The tradeoff is soil: it needs a moist, acidic, non-compacted site to settle in well.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The upright shape and strong fall color give it real presence without looking oversized early on. |
| Growth Rate | C+ | This is not a fast shade tree, so buy it for long-term payoff rather than quick coverage. |
| Maintenance | B | Pruning needs are usually limited, but soil moisture and acidity matter more than with many maples. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this tree alone, though young plants can be browsed or rubbed where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | B | Its upright habit fits tighter than many shade trees, but it still needs room to mature. |
| Screening Value | C | It provides seasonal canopy and color, not the dense year-round coverage of a screening plant. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Afterburner for homeowners who can give it the right soil from the start. If the planting area is dry, compacted, or roadside-stressed, pick a tougher shade tree instead.
| Mature Height | 35 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 20 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9b |
| Spacing | 20 ft from other trees |
| Sun | Full sun to partial sun |
| Moisture | Moist, well-drained |
| Growth Habit | Upright pyramidal to oval |
No standing water is needed, but it does best with steady moisture and good drainage.
It is strongest with enough sun and proper soil moisture; stressed trees color less evenly.
Usually no; it is not a good match for compacted, polluted, high-stress street conditions.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-21001
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
