Slender Silhouette Sweet Gum Bloom Fall Appalachian Joy was discovered by

Appalachian Joy was discovered by the dogwood team at the University of Tennessee in the late 1990s and is named after team member Dr

During the growing season (especially in fertile conditions) Merlot will maintain bright red/purple leaves

Fall delivers orange to bronze tones

If you have struggled with dogwoods due to problems with fungus or mildew

The plant is classified as a moderate grower that fills in reliably without becoming invasive or requiring constant management

Slender Silhouette Sweet Gum Bloom Fall Appalachian Joy was discovered bySometimes you need a tree that will fit into a tight space, make a dramatic statement, or looks like living art. In these circumstances, look not further than the fast growing native Slender Silhouette sweet gum. This cultivar was originally spotted and grown for production by Tennessee Nurseryman Don Shadow. Growing 45 ft. tall but only 3 to 5 ft. wide this tree creates a dramatic towering effect and adds an exclamation point in any landscape. We