Chinese tuliptree
Liriodendron chinense
Magnoliaceae
Tree
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Liriodendron chinense, commonly known as the Chinese tuliptree, is an ornamental deciduous tree that thrives in full sun with medium water needs. It typically grows to a height of 10–20 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 5–9. The tree produces green and yellow flowers, primarily in May, June, and July, and prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soil. It is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, is not toxic, and is not evergreen.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy, Clay
Height
10–20 m
Spread
5–10 m
Zones
5–9
Flower colors
Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Bloom Period
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Bloom Period
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Blooming Information
- Months: May, June, July
- Colors: Green, yellow
Data source: Trefle.io, Perenual