About
Liriodendron tulipifera, the tulip tree, is a vigorous, large deciduous tree with distinctively shaped leaves turning butter-yellow in autumn. Tulip-shaped, yellowish-green flowers 4 cm long, marked with orange within, are produced in summer on mature trees. One of the most magnificent of all large deciduous trees for a park or large garden.
About the genus
Liriodendron are vigorous deciduous trees with attractively lobed leaves and green-and-orange, tulip-shaped flowers in summer with good autumn colour. Outstanding specimen trees for large gardens and parks.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, South-facing, North-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spreadwider than 8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Native toEastern N America
Care notes
CultivationGrow as specimen tree in lime-free soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by seed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus