Tulip Tree
(Yellow Poplar)
Liriodendron Tulipifera
A fast-growing, very large, shade tree native to southern Ontario and eastern USA. One of the tallest hardwoods of North America when grown in optimal conditions. A member of the Magnolia family with no close relationship to a poplar as its alternate name suggests. Often grown in New Brunswick for its large interesting shaped leaves and beautiful tulip-like flowers although it takes about 15 years for flowering to begin. It has ‘perfect’ male and female flowers that are pollinated by bees and other insects. Flowers are often hard to see from the ground but easier from a higher plane like a window. Due to fleshy root system, the species resents being planted later in the season so plant in Spring.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to North America |
| Height | Very Large (over 100ft) |
| Width | Moderate |
| Form | Oval |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Longevity | Long (over 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Clay, Slightly Alkaline |
| Other Tolerances | Urban Pollution |
| Ornamental Interest | Flowers (attractive), Leaves (shape) |
| Wildlife Value | Bees (flowers), Birds (fruits/seeds), Hummingbirds (flowers), Insect Pollinators (flowers), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online, Personally in NB |
| Planting Considerations | Intolerant of Drought, Intolerant of Full Shade, Prone to Ice Damage, Tricky to Transplant |
