Tuliptree Tree
Description
The Tuliptree is one of the largest native trees in North America. This magnificent, aristocratic tree, can grow to 90 feet. It is a member of the magnolia family and has distinct tulip-shaped flowers. The showy, goblet-shaped, orange-yellow-green flowers appear in late spring. This beautiful native tree has lasting, lightly scented blooms that give way to stunning fall foliage. Leaves of this Tulip Tree turn golden-yellow giving it interest throughout the seasons.
Tuliptrees are best as a single specimen in a large setting or grouped in groves. They are hardy and will grow in most conditions. It is recommended as a shade tree. The tree’s tall and rapid growth is a function of its shade intolerance. Grown in the full sun, the species tends to grow shorter, slower, and rounder, making it adaptable to landscape planting.
In addition to the beauty of this fast-growing tree, the soft white woods are often used for woodworking – especially for cabinetwork. The wood is often marketed as “Yellow-Poplar or “American tulipwood”.
This tree is also often referred to as American Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar, or simply as Tulip Tree.
Liriodendron tulipifera
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Green, Yellow |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 9 |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 5.0 - 7.0 |
Zone Compatibility
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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Questions & Answers
Customer Reviews
So far, all I have done was to put it in a a three-gallon pot of potting soil with a very small amount of fertilizer the day it came - along with adding the supporting stake. Spring rains are all the water it has had or needed in the few days I've had it. After it has time to develop some good root growth in a protected area, I'll plant it in my yard with some fencing around it to keep the deer away from it.
I do have one regret - that the Sweet Bay Magnolia I ordered with this tulip tree was cancelled by Stark. But I ordered and quickly received a nice very well-developed 5-foot Sweet Bay full of leaves in a 3-gallon pot from Fast Growing Trees - at roughly three times the Stark price.
I'm sure it's something i am doing wrong since i have 10 other types of trees i have ordered from Stark Brothers with no problems.... so far.
Looks very interesting and colorful and I want a variety of new and different trees that will grow at my elevation.
I saw a living example in Williamsburg, VA.
Aways enjoyed these giants
Beautiful