How to tend a Nyssa sylvatica

Also known as: Nyssa canadensis Poir., Nyssa caroliniana Poir., Nyssa ciliata Raf., Nyssa integrifolia Aiton, Nyssa multiflora Elliott, Nyssa multiflora Wangenh., Nyssa sylvatica var. sylvatica , Nyssa villosa Michx., Nyssa sylvatica var. dilatata Fernald, Nyssa sylvatica var. caroliniana (Poir.) Fernald, Nyssa sylvatica var. aquatica Sarg., Nyssa multiflora var. sylvatica (Marshall) S.Watson, Nyssa sylvatica var. typica Fernald, Nyssa integrifolia var. glauca Pers.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, put in sunny places, avoid strong sunlight in summer at noon

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Nyssaceae, Nyssa
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period late April, fruiting period September
Flower colors
Leaf color green, red, fruit color purple green, dark blue, dark brown
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