Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree
Nyssa sylvatica 'Tupelo Tower'
Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree
In stock · from $558.99
Nyssa sylvatica 'Tupelo Tower' is a columnar cultivar of the black gum tree, also known as black tupelo or sour gum. It is valued for its tight, upright growth habit, glossy green leaves, and brilliant red, orange, and yellow fall foliage. This ornamental shade tree is an excellent choice for smaller yards or as a vertical accent in a landscape. Can tolerate overly moist conditions.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-10.
Good to know
- Good fall color.
Quick answers
How big does Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree get?
About 30' tall and 10-12' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree need?
Moderate water use.
Will Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $558.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Tupelo Tower Black Sour Gum Tupelo Tree wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.