{"product_id":"tupelo-tower-black-gum-tree","title":"Tupelo Tower™ Black Gum Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA tall, columnar beauty with stunning fall color\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tupelo Tower™ offers all the beloved traits of black gum trees while adding an elegant, space-saving columnar shape. This unique selection boasts exceptional fall foliage, transitioning through vibrant yellows, oranges, and deep reds, making it a spectacular focal point in any landscape. With its impressive height and slender form, it fits perfectly into tighter spaces, whether it's lining a driveway or standing proudly as a feature in a smaller yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native tree, black gums make a wonderful shade or street trees, dazzling homeowners with their leaves with also providing a valuable habitat to songbirds. Easily grown in moist, acidic soils, black gums are well adapted to wet and even poorly drained soils, making it a great choice for clay, low spots, or areas with standing water. Planting the The Tupelo Tower™ means knowing your investment will deliver beauty while benefiting your local ecosystem year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Remove the stake and ties at planting, as these are only for shipping. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and two times as wide to promote healthy root development. Place the tree in the hole, backfill with soil, and spread a 3” layer of mulch three feet around the tree. Water thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a robust root system. Once established, the Tupelo Tower™ is relatively drought-tolerant, but a consistent deep watering during dry spells will keep it healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Pruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yearly pruning is necessary to promote good structure and form, especially for the first decade of the tree’s life. Prune in late winter to maintain a central leader and remove any dead, damaged, or diseased wood. After a few years, begin to remove limbs for clearance underneath the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Follow the package instructions for the recommended amount based on the tree's size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trees.com","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":43182214250558,"sku":"31579","price":85.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3-4 ft.","offer_id":43182220083262,"sku":"31570","price":105.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/8835\/2052\/files\/GUm-tupelo-tower1.jpg?v=1786369982","url":"https:\/\/checkout.trees.com\/products\/tupelo-tower-black-gum-tree","provider":"Trees.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}