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Liriodendron tulipifera

Liriodendron tulipifera, Liriodendron Tree, American Tulip Tree, Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Poplar, Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar Liriodendron tulipifera, Tulipifera Tulip Tree, Liriodendron tulipifera Tree, Poplar Tulip Tree

Liriodendron tulipifera, commonly known as the American Tulip Tree or Liriodendron tree, is a large and stately tree favoured for its flowers and foliage. The yellow flowers in summer are tulip-like in size, shape, and appearance. They are complemented with large and glossy, green leaves which turn a rich shade of yellow in autumn before falling as it grows to 25 m tall and 15 m wide. Liriodendron tulipifera makes for a lovely specimen or shade tree in a larger garden or park.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:25.00 m
Spread:15.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Japanese
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asLiriodendron tulipifera, Liriodendron Tree, American Tulip Tree, Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Poplar, Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar Liriodendron tulipifera, Tulipifera Tulip Tree, Liriodendron tulipifera Tree, Poplar Tulip Tree

Liriodendron tulipifera Details

Liriodendron tulipifera, commonly known as the American Tulip Tree or Liriodendron tree, is a large and stately tree favoured for its flowers and foliage. The yellow flowers in summer are tulip-like in size, shape, and appearance. They are complemented with large and glossy, green leaves which turn a rich shade of yellow in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 25 m tall and 15 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is hardy to frost, cool climates, and moderate wind but should be protected while establishing. Liriodendron tulipifera makes for a lovely specimen or shade tree in a larger garden or park.

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