Liriodendron tulipifera

Tulip Poplar (Tuliptree)

With a strongly upright trunk and oval canopy, this stately native tree is fast-growing, adding about 2' per year. Reaching 70' x 40', tulip poplar is best planted where it has adequate space to grow like parks, campuses, and large lawns.

The glossy, dark green leaves grow 4-8" long and wide, turning bright yellow in fall. Bright yellow and orange, 2" wide, cup-shaped flowers are very showy but difficult to see in these tall trees.

The large flowers attract pollinators and provide nectar. The tree provides nesting sites for birds as well as shade and cooling. Seed that drops to the ground is eaten by ground-feeding birds and other wildlife.

  • Large, deciduous, shade tree
  • Upright, oval habit
  • Cup-shaped flowers in spring

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Landscape Characteristics
Branch Structure
Flowers
Classification by Use
Native
Shade Tree
Habit
Spreading
Upright
Light Requirement
Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Well-Drained
Foliage Color
Green
Yellow
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Liriodendron tulipifera

Grow in moist, well-drained soil. The big leaves need moisture so avoid dry soil. Ph adaptable.