Liriodendron tulipifera 'Aureomarginatum' (Tulip Tree)
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Noted for its variegated foliage, Liriodendron tulipifera 'Aureomarginatum' (Tulip Tree) is a strong-growing medium-sized deciduous tree of pyramidal habit when young, becoming oval-rounded with age. In late spring to early summer, tulip-shaped, yellowish-green flowers, 3 in. across (7 cm), marked with orange at the base of each petal, appear after the leaves. Handsome at close range, they are borne so high on the tree that they are often missed. They are followed by cone-like fruit that provide winter interest. The glossy foliage of 4-lobed leaves is margined with yellow and quite striking. It turns brilliant golden yellow in fall. Tulip Tree makes a superb shade tree or specimen tree for a large landscape.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 40-60 ft. tall (12-18 m) and 15-25 ft. wide (4-8 m)
- A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in organically rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soils.
- Perfect as a specimen plant.
- Low maintenance, this beautiful tree is not subject to serious insect or disease issues. Deer and rabbit resistant.
- Propagate by seed or grafting.
- Native to eastern North America.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 2
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Liriodendron - Tulip Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 40' – 60' (12m – 18m) |
Spread | 15' – 25' (4.5m – 7.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 2
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Liriodendron - Tulip Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 40' – 60' (12m – 18m) |
Spread | 15' – 25' (4.5m – 7.5m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |