Description
One of the largest native trees in North America, the Tulip tree blooms in May and June, producing tulip-shaped flowers 1½–2″ in diameter with greenish-yellow petals and a splash of orange at the base. In the Fall, leaves provides vibrant yellow color. A little fun fact … The Tulip tree is the host plant for Tiger Swallowtail Butterflies.
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Care | Grows well in acidic, moist, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. It prefers normal moisture but can tolerate drought in humid regions. |
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Habit | Upright, Oval |
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Foliage | Green leaves turn yellow in fall |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Songbirds, Fast Growing |
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