Liriodendron tulipifera (Tulip Tree,Yellow Poplar)

Liriodendron tulipifera — Tulip Tree

Add height, shade, and seasonal color to a spacious landscape with the Tulip Tree. This fast-growing native deciduous tree develops a strong pyramidal to conical form with distinctive bright green leaves.

In late spring, yellow-green, tulip-shaped flowers appear high in the canopy. The dense foliage provides welcome summer shade before turning a rich golden yellow in fall. With its large mature size, Tulip Tree is best suited to open lawns, parks, and naturalized areas where it has plenty of room to grow.

Plant Details:
Height: 50–80 feet
Light: Full sun to part shade
Zones: 4–9

Features:
Yellow-green tulip-shaped flowers in late spring
Distinctive bright green foliage
Golden yellow fall color
Fast-growing shade tree
Native to eastern North America
Best for large landscapes & open spaces