A black gum tree, a native shade tree with brilliant fall color, is a food source and habitat for wildlife. There are many reasons to plant and grow a black gum tree (Nyssa sylvatica). For starters, ...

Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee brings another new video to the ID That Tree series. Enjoy the gorgeous red fall color of the black gum on this special fall foliage edition of ID That Tree.