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Tulip Poplar

Liriodendron tulipifera

Category: Deciduous Tree • Tulip Poplar

Tulip Poplar is a majestic tree known for its large flowers and vibrant fall foliage, perfect for shade and specimen planting.

Mature Height: 50-100 ft
Mature Width: 30-50 ft
Bloom Color: Yellow, Green
Bloom Time: Spring
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Fast
Season of Interest: Spring
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Tulip Poplar is a tall, deciduous tree known for its distinctive tulip-shaped flowers and vibrant yellow-green foliage. It is a fast-growing tree that provides excellent shade and is often used in landscaping.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

specimenshade tree

Special Features

Largedistinctive flowersattractive foliage in fall.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought and urban tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for large spaces due to its height; provides excellent shade. Consider for parks and large gardens.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Tulip Poplar a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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