Wildfire Blackgum 15 Gallon Container

🍁 Wildfire Blackgum – 15 Gallon Container

The Wildfire Blackgum (Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire') is a standout native shade tree known for its brilliant red new growth, vibrant fall color, and exceptional adaptability. This 15-gallon container size offers a well-established tree with strong roots, ready for immediate landscape impact.

What sets the Wildfire variety apart is its striking red foliage in spring and early summer, which matures into deep green as the season progresses. Come fall, it turns a fiery mix of crimson, orange, and yellow—making it one of the most colorful native trees you can plant.

Wildfire Blackgum is disease-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and can thrive in a wide range of soil types, including heavy clay and moist ground. It’s a great option for lawns, street plantings, natural areas, or as a specimen tree in both urban and rural settings.

Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Mature Width: 20–30 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained to occasionally wet soils
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
Foliage: Deciduous – bold red spring flush, show-stopping fall color

Native to the U.S. and loved for its durability and beauty, the Wildfire Blackgum is a long-lasting investment in your landscape. Our 15-gallon containers are field-grown and ready for transplant, offering faster establishment and impressive first-season growth.

Available for local pickup or scheduled regional delivery. Not eligible for standard shipping due to size.