Nitro Black Gum (Tupelo) Native but also has some height

but also has some height to it in spring it emerges with large leaves with tooth like edges

but honestly it will improve any color by creating a consistent blooming white canvas that can last from June until the first freeze

then explode into 7-8” bright white blooms carrying pink swirls

it will favor shady areas rich in organic matter that maintains consistent moisture

as hellebores cannot tolerate waterlogged conditions which can lead to crown and root rot issues

Nitro Black Gum (Tupelo) Native but also has some heightThe Nitro Black Gum or Tupelo tree is an excellent shade tree. These nativars are hardy, easy to care for, maintain a consistent shape and provide stunning multi season fire red foliage. In the spring the first leaves of this tree emerge a brilliant fire wagon red, which are beautiful on their own, but can providing a stunning backdrop for other specimen trees like dogwoods or redbuds. In summer the leaves transition to a deeper green with the