American Tuliptree
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | American Tuliptree |
| Botanical Name | Liriodendron tulipifera |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shade |
| Mature Height | 60 to 75 ft |
| Mature Width | 40 to 50 ft |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Bloom Color | Yellow-orange |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | May to June |
| Seasonal Interest | Spring, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Bright Green |
| Foliage Type | Lobed |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Shade Tree |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
| Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
| Prune Notes | No need to prune. Tulip Tree self-prunes. Its lower limbs die and drop off as the tree grows. |