Tulip Tree
Yellowwood, American Cladrastis kentukea
CLASS II
Liriodendron tulipifera
J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. photo
J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. photo
Family
Magnoliaceae
Fall Color
Yellow
Family
Fabaceae
Fall Color
Yellow
Form
Oval
Seed
Cone like
Form
Rounded
Seed
Bean like pod
Size
55-65 ft. High 25-35 ft. Wide
Flower
Tulip-like/ yellow-green
Size
30-50 ft. High 30-50 ft. Wide
Flower
White clusters, fragrant
Characteristics Quite impressive in maturity, the bright green leaves have a distinct tulip like shape to them. A beautiful specimen in an individual yard, it is not long lived in our area. Mass planting along streets should probably be avoided.
Growing Conditions (Hardy in Zones 5-6)
Characteristics A nice medium sized shade tree with showy spring flower. It prefers a well drained soil but tolerates alkalinity. Not in heavy production but should be considered as something new for the typical Treasure Valley yard.
Growing Conditions (Hardy in Zones 5-6)
Water: Moderate to high
Water: Moderate to high
Light: Full sun
Light: Full sun
Soil:
Soil:
Well drained; prefers slightly acidic
Growth Rate Fast, up to 2 ft a year
Disease and Insect Pests Aphids, leaf spot; not tolerant of dry soil
Commonly Available Varieties ‘Arnold’ Emerald City®
Well drained; tolerates alkaline soil
Growth Rate Medium, 1 ft per year
Disease and Insect Pests Mostly free of major pests
Commonly Available Varieties ‘Perkin’s Pink’
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