Twin Flowering Tupelo
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NZ$25.00
NZ$25.00
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Nyssa sylvatica v. biflora
Grade 50cm+ (This is the height of the plant you will receive)
Supplied as bare-rooted, all plants are dipped into an organic hydrating medium to keep their roots healthy and moist. We take extra care in packaging, using durable and well-supported materials to ensure your plants arrive safely.
Upon arrival, you can store your plants in their unopened packaging in a cool, dark place for up to 5–10 days.
Twin Flowering Tupelo (Nyssa biflora) – A Rare Beauty with Stunning Seasonal Interest The Twin Flowering Tupelo (Nyssa biflora), also known as Swamp Tupelo, is a graceful and resilient deciduous tree, closely related to the Black Tupelo (Nyssa sylvatica). Native to the southeastern United States, this tree is valued for its glossy green foliage, exceptional autumn colour, and adaptability to wet environments. Mature height 8 meters, Deciduous and very hardy.
Key Features:Elegant Foliage: The Twin Flowering Tupelo features shiny, deep green leaves that provide a lush, cooling canopy throughout spring and summer.
Twin Flowers in Spring: Unlike its relative, this species is named for its paired, inconspicuous greenish-white flowers, which bloom in spring and attract pollinators such as bees.
Brilliant Autumn Colour: One of its standout features is its stunning fall transformation, with leaves turning vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple, often displaying multiple colors on a single tree.
Small Fruits for Wildlife: Following its blooms, dark blue drupes appear in autumn, providing a valuable food source for birds and wildlife.
Adaptability to Wet Soils: This tree thrives in moist to wet conditions, making it a fantastic choice for rain gardens, swampy areas, or near water bodies. Despite this preference, it can also adapt to well-draining soils once established.
Growing & Care Tips:Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for best growth and fall color.
Soil: Grows well in acidic, moist to wet soils, tolerating occasional flooding.
Watering: Likes consistent moisture, making it ideal for boggy or waterlogged areas.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required—shape as needed in late winter.
Why Grow a Twin Flowering Tupelo?✔ Spectacular autumn colour that brightens any landscape.
✔ Tough and adaptable, thriving in both wet and well-drained soils.
✔ Wildlife-friendly, supporting birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects.
✔ Resilient and long-lived, adding structure and beauty to gardens for generations.
The Twin Flowering Tupelo is a rare and rewarding tree, perfect for bringing colour, biodiversity, and elegance to your garden or natural landscape!
Key Features:Elegant Foliage: The Twin Flowering Tupelo features shiny, deep green leaves that provide a lush, cooling canopy throughout spring and summer.
Twin Flowers in Spring: Unlike its relative, this species is named for its paired, inconspicuous greenish-white flowers, which bloom in spring and attract pollinators such as bees.
Brilliant Autumn Colour: One of its standout features is its stunning fall transformation, with leaves turning vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple, often displaying multiple colors on a single tree.
Small Fruits for Wildlife: Following its blooms, dark blue drupes appear in autumn, providing a valuable food source for birds and wildlife.
Adaptability to Wet Soils: This tree thrives in moist to wet conditions, making it a fantastic choice for rain gardens, swampy areas, or near water bodies. Despite this preference, it can also adapt to well-draining soils once established.
Growing & Care Tips:Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for best growth and fall color.
Soil: Grows well in acidic, moist to wet soils, tolerating occasional flooding.
Watering: Likes consistent moisture, making it ideal for boggy or waterlogged areas.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required—shape as needed in late winter.
Why Grow a Twin Flowering Tupelo?✔ Spectacular autumn colour that brightens any landscape.
✔ Tough and adaptable, thriving in both wet and well-drained soils.
✔ Wildlife-friendly, supporting birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects.
✔ Resilient and long-lived, adding structure and beauty to gardens for generations.
The Twin Flowering Tupelo is a rare and rewarding tree, perfect for bringing colour, biodiversity, and elegance to your garden or natural landscape!