Liriodendron tulipifera - tulip tree (Square vase 9x9x20 cm)

Genus that includes 2 species of deciduous trees from the woods of China, Vietnam and North America. Liriodendon tupilifera is a large deciduous plant that can reach 50-55 m. It has a very branched erect trunk and pyramidal foliage in young specimens, oval when mature. The bark at a young age is smooth and light grey, while in adult specimens it appears wrinkled and cracked. The light green leaves take on beautiful yellow shades in autumn before fall. They are large in size and have the characteristic quadrilobed shape. The yellow spring flowers are very decorative and resemble tulips in shape and are faintly scented. In the park of Villa Besana in Sirtori (LC) there is a 52 meter tall specimen which is the tallest tree in Italy.

Pedoclimatic needs

It adapts to all types of soil, preferring those that are well drained, fresh, deep and with a good content of organic substance. It prefers an exposure in full sun or partial shade. Rustic species, it tolerates even intense and prolonged frosts with minimum temperatures reaching -16°/-18°C. In the hot season, young plants in particular need regular watering.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Liriodendron tulipifera

Family: Magnoliaceae