LARGE CANOPY TREE; GROWS VERY FAST AND VERY STRONG; BEAUTIFUL TULIP LIKE FLOWERS; GREAT YELLOW FALL COLOR USUALLY; PLANT THIS TREE FOR FAST GROWTH AND FAST SHADE.

Species: Liriodendron tulipifera

Plant Size, Type & Delivery Height: 1.5” diameter trunk; Greater than 6 Feet Tall; Balled & Burlap

Ball & Burlap or Potted: Ball & Burlap

Mature Height: 80 feet

Growth Rate: Fast; >24”/year

Sunlight: Full Sun

Drought & Heat Tolerant: Yes

Description:  The State tree of Tennessee, Kentucky and Indiana, it’s obvious this tree is a favorite.  It is one of the fastest growing hardwood trees meaning you can watch this tree grow by leaps and bounds each year.  The tree usually grows straight up in a single trunk and has a bulb like shape to it.  As a large tree, it keeps rather compact and just likes to get tall.   The tree is also known for its beautiful flowers which looks like a tulip blossom with an orange strip.  It’s fall color is bright yellow during wet fall seasons.  This tree is a great choice for so many reasons!

Size Options: We offer size options from 1.5” caliper (diameter). The 1.5” root ball is entirely feasible for the average healthy homeowner to manage with a 24” root ball at about 200 lbs.

Growing Considerations:  This tree likes to grow in full sun.   It grows in a broad range of soil types from acidic loamy to sandy to clay alkaline soils.  It prefers to be a little more moist than dry, but it can tolerate dry spells with little struggle.         

Mono-Culture Risk: None; Not Frequently Planted

Invasive Risk: None