Upward-curving branches and a
strong central leader create a gable-
like canopy shape that inspired the
name of this male cultivar, 'Green
Gable
TM
'. Photos Courtesy J. Frank
Schmidt & Son Nursery Co.
Green Gable
TM
In our quest to increase species diversity in
the urban forest, Nyssa cultivars are a very
worthy addition. As the cultivars are grown
and distributed throughout the country,
we will be able to gather more data on
their performance. I would appreciate any
comments or additional information that
you might have on your experience with
the growth and performance of Nyssa
sylvatica cultivars in your region.
Jim Barborinas
Urban Forest Nursery, Inc.
Urban Forestry Services
| Bartlett Consulting
jbarborinas@bartlett.com
360-770-9921
The author thanks
Christina Pfeiffer for assis-
tance with this article.
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