Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Rage' - autumn colour

Nyssa sylvatica 'Red Rage'

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(Black Tupelo) A handsome cultivar with glossy, dark green leaves in spring and summer and eye-catching, scarlet autumn colour. The autumn colour is exceptionally vivid and this plant will also produce some interesting and ornamental blueish fruit once established.

Lovely garden tree which is particularly attractive when planted next to ponds or streams. Best autumn colour once established in a sunny position and lime free or acid soil.

Limited number of young plants available this year

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Supplied Size:
  • 3 litre pot (2-3 years old, 40-60 cm tall)

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Delivery Options
(For any number of plants sent by courier)

Standard: £6.95*
Delivered in 2-3 working days
Priority: £15
Shipped ASAP
Click & Collect: free
*Surcharges apply for Highlands & Islands.

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A handsome cultivar with glossy, dark green leaves in spring and summer and eye-catching, scarlet autumn colour. The autumn colour is exceptionally vivid and this plant will also produce some interesting and ornamental blueish fruit once established.

Lovely garden tree which is particularly attractive when planted next to ponds or streams.


  • Position: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Moist or well drained, fertile soil. Nyssa sylvatica 'Miss Scarlet' requires a reasonably acid soil to produce its most vivid autumn colour and grow well.
  • Hardiness: Hardy. Nyssa sylvatica 'Miss Scarlet' appreciates shelter from cold winter winds.
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate.
  • Habit: Small, elegant branching tree.
    • Height: 10 m (32 ft).
    • Spread: 8 m (26 ft).
  • Notes: Nyssa do not transplant well and should be left undisturbed once planted in position.
How Much Sun
Full Sun
Eventual Size
Tree - Small (4m - 8m), Tree - Medium (8m - 15m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Damp/Wet
Special Features
Autumn Colour, Rare and Unusual
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