Other Names: Sourwood, Black Tupelo, Black Gum Tree, Sour Gum, Nyssa sylvatica (Photo Credits: Large tupelo tree photo courtesy of Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) Black Tupelo Gum Trees also known as "Nyssa sylvatica," are a versatile tree that can add value to any landscape. Black Tupelo Trees are considered to be a medium-sized tree, typically reaching a height of 40-60 feet with a spread of 30-40 feet. Still,the trees can grow up to 80 ft tall if given ample growing space; while they also can be potted if a shorter tree is desired. Black Tupelo trees can be found in the eastern and southern regions of the United States. The leaves show a beautiful display or red, gold and purple in autumn. Buy Seeds Online Organic Seeds Heirloom Seeds Non-GMO Seeds Vegetable Seeds Flower Seeds Herb Seeds Fruit Seeds Garden Seeds Seed Starter Kits Rare Seeds Bulk Seeds Indoor Gardening Seeds Seed Catalog Seed Packs for Sale Sustainable Seeds Greenhouse Seeds Seed Suppliers Planting Seeds Home Garden Seeds