Tupelo Tree Height Shipped:2 3 Feet Water thoroughly when first planted All Fern Plants Water thoroughly when first planted until well established This hydrangea does best in partial shade but can handle full sun if the climate is cool It works well in wet areas and can be used to manage water on a property․ These make them a popular choice to plant around houses with poor drainage or flooding problems‚ as well as beside creeks and in rain gardens‚ where they will help consolidate soils‚ stabilize slopes and banks‚ decrease erosion‚ and increase biodiversity․ They also have a broad crown and make a great shade tree in a park or large property․ Their foliage turns yellow‚ red and purple in autumn to further improve their aesthetic‚ and because of their aesthetic and utility‚ tupelo trees make a good candidate for sustainable landscaping․ The tupelo is an attractive‚ fast growing tree with many diverse uses and can be planted in a variety of landscaping settings