Chinese tulip tree
Liriodendron chinense
Overview
The Chinese tulip tree (Liriodendron chinense) is an ornamental tree native to China and Korea. It is a large, deciduous tree that grows up to 30 meters in height with a broad, pyramidal crown. Its leaves are distinctive in that they have four lobes and are lobed like a tulip. Its bark is smooth and grey with bright yellow flowers appearing in spring. Its wood is strong and its timber is used for furniture and construction. It seeds in the fall and will tolerate a range of soil conditions making it a great choice for gardens or as a street tree.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Soil
Acidic, Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, August, February, August.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Cutting
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Anthracnose, Aphids, adelgids, Dieback, Diptera - true flies, Heart rot, Leaf miner insect, Mealybugs, Mildew, Nematodes, Scale insects, Stem borer insects.
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