Liriodendron, Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar

Description for Liriodendron, Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar
Plant height: 3 – 6 inches
Plant spread:
Look upward in April to June in parts of the east and southeast parts of the United States. During these months in the spring, the tulip poplar tree will be in full bloom with yellowish green to orange cupped fragrant flowers, 2 to 3 inches in diameter covering the plant.

Common name(s): Liriodendron, Tulip Tree, Tulip Poplar Plant,Liriodendron tulipifera.
Flower colours: Yellow with orange
Bloom time: May to June
Max reachable height: 60.00 to 90.00 feet
Difficulty to grow: easy to grow
Planting and care
Liriodendron tulipifera—known as the tulip tree, American tulip tree, tuliptree, tulip poplar, whitewood, fiddle-tree, and yellow poplar—is the Western Hemisphere representative of the two-species genus Liriodendron, and the tallest eastern hardwood. … The tulip tree is the state tree of Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: well-drained soil
Water: medium
Temperature: 45 degrees
Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer
Caring for Liriodendron
Caring for a tulip tree is relatively easy.
Fertilize in early spring and watch for pests and disease.
Stake young trees early on and train to one straight leader.
Due to the rapid growth of this tree, pruning is essential.
It poses a competitive challenge to other trees in the nearby area and the brittle branches pose a possible hazard to passersby..
Typical uses of Liriodendron
Special features: Very large shade or lawn tree for large landscapes. Generally not recommended as a street tree.

Ornamental use: The plant is used for ornamental purpose

Medicinal use: tonic and heart