{"product_id":"tulipier-de-virginie","title":"Tulip Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTulip Tree (\u003cem\u003eLiriodendron tulipifera\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMajestic Flowering Shade Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 5–7)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTulip Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eLiriodendron tulipifera\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003emoderate-growing, distinctive deciduous tree\u003c\/strong\u003e best suited to the warmer regions of Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones \u003cstrong\u003e5–7\u003c\/strong\u003e). It typically grows about \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 ft (30–60 cm) per year\u003c\/strong\u003e in good conditions and reaches approximately \u003cstrong\u003e33 ft (10 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e at maturity in cultivated landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for \u003cstrong\u003elarge yards\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003especimen plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eshade\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers uniquely shaped foliage, tulip-like flowers and attractive yellow fall colour. It performs best in \u003cstrong\u003edeep, rich, loamy and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e with consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Tulip Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTulip Tree combines an impressive upright form with unusual foliage and beautiful seasonal interest. Although less cold-hardy than many Canadian landscape trees, it is an excellent specimen for suitable sites in the warmer parts of Ontario and Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 5 (Best suited to Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 5–7)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade, specimen planting, large landscapes, ornamental use\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to medium once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive leaves, tulip-shaped flowers and yellow fall colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern North America, including southern Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt grows best in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, rich soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoamy soil with moderate moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlightly acidic to neutral soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTulip Tree has \u003cstrong\u003elow tolerance for soil compaction and road salt\u003c\/strong\u003e, making careful site selection particularly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 33 ft (10 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 ft (7 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; 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regular watering while establishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompaction Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Salt Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep; established trees can be difficult to transplant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-lived; potentially 100+ years under favourable conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Tulip Tree Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Tulip Tree if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a distinctive shade tree that becomes increasingly impressive with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a \u003cstrong\u003emedium to large yard\u003c\/strong\u003e with enough room for its mature canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in \u003cstrong\u003eZone 5–7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need an attractive \u003cstrong\u003especimen or shade tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil is deep, rich and well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil is heavily compacted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour site is exposed to significant road salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil is extremely dry or poorly drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in a colder region below Zone 5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-yard shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront or backyard focal point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge residential landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalistic landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tulip Tree develops an impressive upright form and distinctive canopy. Its unusual leaves provide excellent summer interest, while its tulip-like flowers and yellow autumn foliage add seasonal appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Tulip Tree Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew landscape trees have foliage quite like the Tulip Tree. Its unusually shaped leaves, upright stature and distinctive flowers give it an almost exotic appearance despite its North American origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenish-yellow, tulip-like flowers with orange markings appear on mature trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive bright green leaves create an attractive leafy canopy and welcome shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage turns attractive shades of yellow to golden yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its tall, upright branching structure remains visually interesting after the leaves have fallen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTulip Tree is hardy to approximately \u003cstrong\u003eZone 5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;and is best suited to the warmer regions of Ontario and Eastern Canada, particularly \u003cstrong\u003eZones 5–7\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung trees can be more vulnerable to winter conditions than established specimens, so choosing a protected planting location can improve establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 inches (5–8 cm) of mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e over the root zone while keeping mulch away from the trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the ground freezes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider protection from strong winter winds on exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain adequate soil moisture during the establishment period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October), allowing adequate establishment time before the ground freezes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Tulip Tree develops a deep root system and can become difficult to transplant once established, \u003cstrong\u003echoose its permanent location carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 ft (3.5 m) or more from buildings and major structures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–25 ft (6–7.5 m) between trees\u003c\/strong\u003e when sufficient room for individual canopy development is desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering during establishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply and regularly during the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the root zone evenly moist without leaving the soil waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease watering during hot, dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust frequency according to rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Tulip Tree grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTulip Tree has a \u003cstrong\u003emoderate growth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under good growing conditions, young trees may typically add approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 ft (30–60 cm) per year\u003c\/strong\u003e, although growth varies with soil quality, moisture, climate and establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Tulip Tree cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYes, but it is \u003cstrong\u003eless cold-hardy than many commonly planted Canadian trees\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its recommended hardiness is approximately \u003cstrong\u003eZone 5b\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it best suited to Ontario and the warmer parts of Eastern Canada in Zones \u003cstrong\u003e5b–7\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Tulip Tree roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTulip Tree is not generally selected as an aggressively invasive-rooted landscape tree, but it eventually develops a substantial root system. Give it plenty of room and avoid planting it immediately beside foundations, underground infrastructure or confined planting spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Tulip Tree messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eModerately. Like other large deciduous trees, it drops leaves in fall. Mature trees can also drop flowers, seeds and occasional small twigs, so some seasonal cleanup should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Tulip Tree tolerate compacted urban soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003enot a good choice for heavily compacted soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its tolerance to soil compaction is low. It performs much better where its roots have access to deep, loose, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Tulip Tree tolerant of road salt?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIts tolerance to \u003cstrong\u003eroad salt is low\u003c\/strong\u003e, so avoid planting it immediately beside heavily salted streets, sidewalks or driveways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTulip Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique foliage, tulip-like flowers, yellow fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge yards, shade, specimen planting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"American Linden (Tilia americana)-Product Page\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/american-linden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Linden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge leaves, fragrant flowers, excellent shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge landscapes, shade, wildlife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Red Oak (Quercus rubra)-Product Page\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/red-oak\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad canopy, strong structure, fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShade, large yards, colder locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged for shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped directly to your door across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung plants with healthy root systems ready to establish in their new location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eDeciduous Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 5 Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-5-plants-eastern-canada\"\u003eHardiness Zones 5 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Nursery Blog: How to Plant a Tree or Shrub\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/how-to-plant-a-tree-or-shrub\"\u003eHow to Plant a Tree or Shrub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Nursery Blog: Tree and Shrub Hardiness Zones in Quebec and Canada\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/hardiness-zone-in-canada\"\u003eTree and Shrub Hardiness Zones in Quebec and Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":55236477387071,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/TULIPER-DE-VIRGINIE-FLEUR.jpg?v=1787861464","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/tulip-tree","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}