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Nyssa sylvatica 'NSUHH'
Choose Green Gable Black Gum if you want a native shade tree with reliable fall color and a tighter upright shape; the tradeoff is site tolerance, because it needs decent moisture and acidic, organic soil to settle in well.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Red fall color and a clean pyramidal outline give it strong presence without needing a flashy planting scheme. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It is not a quick canopy tree, but it gains momentum once rooted into good soil. |
| Maintenance | B | Pruning needs are modest, but soil quality matters more than it does with tougher street trees. |
| 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 | C+ | The upright habit helps, but this still becomes a shade tree and needs room away from buildings. |
| Screening Value | C | It can add seasonal privacy, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for a true screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Green Gable Black Gum for homeowners who can match the soil, not for customers trying to force a tree into dry, compacted, high-pH ground.
| Mature Height | 50 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 30 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9b |
| Spacing | 20-30 ft apart |
| Sun | Sun to partial shade |
| Moisture | Average, moist, sandy, or wet soils; wet-site tolerant |
| Growth Habit | Upright tree with upwardly sweeping lateral branches forming a tight pyramidal plant form |
Yes, it suits moist sites, but roots still need enough drainage to breathe.
Not our first pick; avoid reflected heat, compacted soil, road salt, and high-pH fill.
Plan on moderate growth, with better performance in moist, organic, acidic soil.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-21045
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
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!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
