Soils
Tulip trees prefer nutrient-rich, deep freely draining soil. Tolerates dry ground but will only grow slowly. Chalk is tolerated but not preferable.
The tulip tree is named after its impressive large tulip-like flowers. It is a large fast growing deciduous tree with a straight stem. Tulip trees can reach 25 metres or taller and 20 metres wide. A fast-growing impressive tree with a straight trunk. Tulip tree bark is light grey. Foliage is deciduous, unusual leaf-shape nearly square, 15cm long fresh vivid green on top and bluish green underneath, turning golden yellow in the autumn.
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Features of the Tulip Tree
Soils
Tulip trees prefer nutrient-rich, deep freely draining soil. Tolerates dry ground but will only grow slowly. Chalk is tolerated but not preferable.
Location
Tulip trees need warmth.
Annual Growth Rate
Tulip trees initially have fast growth rates usually of 35-40cm but sometimes more, up to 70cm per annum.
pH Tolerance
Tulip trees preference is slightly acidic or neutral pH however a small amount of chalk soil can be tolerated.
Root Structure
Shallow, fleshy and far spreading roots, which break easily. Intolerant of compaction or pavement cover over the roots.
Potential
An impressive specimen tree, needs sunny position. Tolerates urban pollution, branches can be broken by wind.
Annual Pruning
Tulip trees will only require pruning of dead or damaged branches.
Characteristics
The tulip tree has impressive large tulip-like flowers that appear in June and unique shaped bright-green leaves that turn golden-yellow in the autumn.
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