Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Tree
Description
This large, hardy, deciduous tree has a growth habit that is broad and pyramidal in form. Its leaves are 4 lobed, and turn bright yellow in fall. During the late spring, greenish yellow, tulip-like flowers will appear.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Green, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Shade Tree, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.