Sweet as Tupelo: Fall’s red leaves reflect Southern identity Oct 01, 2026 News Release The native Nyssa sylvatica has a strong taproot and grows best in full to part sun General / Landscape & Gardening / Plant of the Month / Extension / UT Gardens, Knoxville / UTIA / Landscape / Master Gardener / Plant of the Month / Plant Production / Plant Protection / Residential and Consumer Horticulture