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Tulip Poplar

Liriodendron tulipifera

Category: Deciduous Tree • Tulip Poplar

Tulip Poplar is a majestic tree known for its large flowers and vibrant fall foliage, perfect for shade and specimen planting.

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Mature Height: 50-100 ft

Mature Width: 30-50 ft

Bloom Color: Yellow, Green

Bloom Time: Spring

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Fast

Season of Interest: Spring

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Tulip Poplar is a tall, deciduous tree known for its distinctive tulip-shaped flowers and vibrant yellow-green foliage. It is a fast-growing tree that provides excellent shade and is often used in landscaping.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

specimenshade tree

Special Features

Largedistinctive flowers; attractive foliage in fall.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought and urban tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for large spaces due to its height; provides excellent shade. Consider for parks and large gardens.

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