Tulip Poplar

Price range: $3.15 through $19.00

Tulip poplar tree is also known as the tulip tree or yellow poplar. It’s a fast-growing deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Despite its common name, it is a member of the magnolia family.

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Description

Tulip poplar is a large tree native to the Eastern half of the United States from northern Florida to southern New York. There is a beautiful young specimen on the health trail at U of M hospital in West Branch, Michigan. Our other fast growing trees.

Scientific Name: Liriodendron tulipifera
Zone:4-9 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 70-100 ft
Mature Width: 35-50 ft
Fruit: None
Flowers: 2 1/2″ yellow and orange flowers
Bloom Time: Late April to June
Growth Rate: 18-25″
Soil: Does best with acidic, moist, loose and well-drained soil
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Fall Color:  Yellow
Wildlife Value: Food source for pollinators.

**Trees 3-4′ and larger may require extra shipping. Call for a more accurate shipping quote.

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