Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) Live Plant - 6-10" Tall, 1-Quart Pot

About This Plant

The Tulip Tree, also known as Tuliptree or Yellow Poplar, is a native deciduous shade tree prized for fast growth, distinctive tulip-shaped foliage, and greenish-yellow flowers with orange markings. It develops a broad canopy with maturity and offers brilliant golden-yellow fall color.

What You Will Receive

1 live Tulip Tree in a 1-quart nursery pot, height approximately 6–10 inches. Healthy young deciduous tree ready to establish in your landscape.

Growing Information

• Common Names: Tulip Tree, Tuliptree, Yellow Poplar
• Botanical Name: Liriodendron tulipifera
• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shade tree
• Growth Stage: Young live tree
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
• Water: Regular watering during establishment; prefers consistent moisture
• Flower Color: Greenish-yellow with orange markings
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer (on mature trees)
• Foliage: Bright green with golden-yellow fall color
• Growth Habit: Upright, developing a broad canopy
• Growth Rate: Fast under favorable conditions
• Mature Height: Approximately 70–90 feet or more in ideal conditions
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Native to USA: Yes, eastern North America
• Shade Tree: Yes
• Wildlife Garden Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

After arrival, water as needed and acclimate in a bright, protected outdoor location before gradually increasing direct sun. Choose a location with ample space for mature growth, mulching around the root zone to conserve moisture while keeping mulch away from the trunk.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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