Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree
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Tulip Poplar Tree Flowers
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Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree Flower
Tulip Poplar Tree Flowers
Tulip Poplar Tree Autumn
Tulip Poplar Tree
Tulip Poplar Tree

Tulip Poplar Tree

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  • This Tulip Poplar Tree ships in a 1 Gallon
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Transform your landscape with the magnificent Tulip Poplar, a tree celebrated for its fast growth, towering height, and captivating beauty. Known for its large, tulip-shaped flowers and lush green foliage that turns golden in fall, this tree offers a visual feast through every season. Hardy and low-maintenance, the Tulip Poplar is ideal for creating shaded areas or as a majestic focal point in any space.

 

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Hardiness Zone

Tulip Poplar grows well in USDA zones 4–9 and prefers temperate climates with consistent moisture and seasonal temperature shifts. Trees planted outside of these zones may struggle to thrive.

Growth & Care

As a fast-growing native hardwood, Tulip Poplar can grow 2–3 feet per year, reaching 80–100 feet tall with a broad, pyramidal crown. It prefers full sun and deep, moist, well-drained soil. Early pruning helps promote strong structure, and it's best planted in large, open areas where its roots and canopy have room to expand.

Blooms

In late spring, mature trees produce cup-shaped flowers with soft green petals and a distinctive orange band, resembling tulips. The nectar-rich blooms are especially attractive to bees and are a key source of high-quality honey in the eastern U.S.

Pollinator Powerhouse

Tulip Poplar is a top nectar producer, supporting honeybees, native bees, and butterflies during late spring. Its flowers may be hard to see from the ground but play a vital role in local ecosystems. The tree is also a host plant for the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail caterpillar.


This Tulip Poplar Tree ships established in a 1 Gallon trade pot

Light: Does best is full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)

Size: Mature size can reach up to 90’ft high and 40’ft wide.

Hardiness zones: 4 – 9

Native to North America

Characteristics: Attracts hummingbirds. Works as an accent plant or a shade tree. Wide-canopy of 4-lobed bright green leaves, 3"-6" long", turn a golden yellow in the fall

Water & Soil: Prefers rich, medium moister, well draining soil. Water daily in extreme heat.

*Images shown of mature plants.

Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall.

Watering: Regular watering is crucial, especially during dry spells. Water deeply once a week to encourage deep root growth.

Mulching: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the roots.

Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed. If necessary, prune in late winter or early spring to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

Fertilizing: Feed with a general-purpose fertilizer in early spring, before new growth begins.

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