Plant appearance may vary
Plants may vary in appearance depending on the season, grower, or specific crop. All plants are guaranteed to be healthy and true to variety at the time of purchase.
Why plants may look different in the nursery
Plants are living, seasonal products. The photos on our website may show plants at different stages of growth, during peak seasonal beauty, or as provided by the grower.
Because of this, the plant you see in the nursery may look different depending on the time of year, the plant’s age, or natural growing conditions.
Example of seasonal plant variation
Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)
Spring
Flowering dogwood in bloom
Summer
Full foliage during the growing season
Fall
Leaves changing color
Winter
Dormant structure without leaves
What affects how a plant looks?
Seasonal changes
Many plants look dramatically different throughout the year. Deciduous plants may flower in spring, grow full
foliage in summer, change color in fall, and appear dormant in winter.
Plant maturity
Photos often show mature plants so you can see their long-term beauty. Younger plants in the nursery are still
growing toward that size and shape.
Supplier photography
Some images come from our growers to help illustrate mature flowers, color, or growth habits that may not be
visible year-round.
Even if a plant looks smaller or different than the photo today, it has the potential to grow into the beautiful specimen shown.
Tip: Plants in winter may appear dormant but are still healthy and ready to grow in the spring.
If you have questions about what a plant should look like during a certain season, our team is always happy to help.
Black Gum
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$169.99 - Regular price
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$169.99
The Black Gum, also commonly known as the "tupelo tree", is best known for its gorgeous fall color which it sports as nights grow cooler, usually mid to late October in our area. Shades of fluorescent yellow, orange, scarlet-red, and even purple color can be seen during this time; it's quite the showstopper! Attractive glossy, dark green leaves emerge in spring and remain through summer and fall until dropping for winter.
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Shipping Information
Currently we offer either local pickup or local delivery within 30 miles of our location. We do not currently have any shipping capability to send plant material out of SC.
Please, do not order plants or hard goods if you live out of state. A 10% restocking fee will apply to orders made in error.
Learn More About Our
Local Delivery
From store to door, we offer low cost local deliveries for your convenience.
1. Pick Your Plants
Select your plants from our fresh, beautiful offerings. We currently offer delivery within a 30 mile radius of our nursery. We do not ship material via USPS, FedEx, or any other service.
2. Determine Your Price
Deliveries within 30 miles are charged at 5% of the order total with a $75 minimum fee. This allows us to fairly compensate our delivery driver while also providing value for larger loads.
3. Select Your Date
We'll be in touch within 2 business days to schedule a time that works best for both parties. Our driver can unload and stage plants at any site directly accessible with our delivery vehicle.
Warranty/Returns
Lichtenfelt’s is committed to providing healthy, pest-free plant material to our customers. Because successful growth becomes a shared responsibility once a plant leaves our care, we split the risk with you.
If your tree or shrub fails within twelve months, please return the plant along with your receipt for a 50% store credit. We ask that you bring the plant back so our experts can help troubleshoot what happened—ensuring your next one thrives! We’re in this together.
Note: Annuals, herbaceous perennials, and tropicals are not covered under this warranty.
