Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)

Tulip Poplar – Majestic Native Shade Tree

Liriodendron tulipifera, known as Tulip Poplar, Tulip Tree, or Yellow Poplar, is one of the tallest native hardwoods in eastern North America, reaching 70–90 feet or more. It is named for its unique, tulip-shaped, yellow-green flowers with orange bands, which appear in late spring. The distinctively lobed leaves turn golden yellow in fall. The straight, tall trunk and high-quality wood make it valuable for timber. It prefers deep, moist, well-drained soils and full sun.

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