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Tulip Tree 40/60cm (2L)

Liriodendron tulipifera

£18.95

The Tulip Tree – Liriodendron tulipifera is a magnificent, fast-growing deciduous tree known for its distinctive leaf shape and tulip-like flowers. Native to North America but well-adapted to UK conditions, it offers a striking vertical accent in larger gardens with its straight trunk and pyramidal crown, providing year-round interest through its foliage, flowers, and winter silhouette.

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  • ✓ Spectacular tulip-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer, featuring yellow-green petals with an orange base, attracting pollinators and adding exotic beauty to your garden. These unique blooms make for a stunning display against the lush green foliage.
  • ✓ Distinctive four-lobed leaves resemble a cat's face or tulip silhouette, turning a vibrant golden-yellow in autumn. Enjoy a spectacular seasonal show as your tree transforms, providing interest from spring through to late fall.
  • ✓ Fast-growing species capable of reaching impressive heights, making it an ideal choice for creating a quick, dramatic impact in larger landscapes. Watch as your garden gains a majestic focal point that grows more impressive each year.
  • ✓ Low-maintenance once established, with good resistance to pests and diseases. Invest in a long-lived, trouble-free tree that will enhance your garden's beauty and value for generations to come.
  • ✓ Quality UK stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier

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£18.95
1 item
£18.00
2 - 4 items
£17.62
5 - 9 items
£17.06
10+ items

Feel free to call 01257 752247 or email us if you would prefer to order on the phone or have any questions. Trade / wholesale enquiries are welcome.

The Tulip Tree, known scientifically as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a magnificent deciduous tree that adds a stately elegance to UK gardens. Native to North America, this tree is celebrated for its distinctive tulip-shaped flowers, which bloom in a beautiful shade of greenish-yellow with orange markings.

The Tulip Tree is one of the tallest native trees in North America and is known for its rapid growth and pyramidal shape. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. The tree’s large, bright green leaves turn a golden yellow in autumn, providing a stunning seasonal display.

Planting a Tulip Tree is an excellent choice for creating a focal point in large gardens or parks, offering both aesthetic beauty and a habitat for wildlife. Its impressive height and unique flowers make it a conversation piece and a beloved feature in any landscape.

Plant your Tulip Tree in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH but is adaptable. Water regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish a deep root system. Once established, it’s relatively drought-tolerant but appreciates occasional deep watering during dry spells. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Prune only to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches, ideally during late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This hardy tree is generally resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance choice for UK landscapes.

Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres

Time to ultimate height
20–50 years

Ultimate spread
Wider than 8 metres

Generally supplied 40/60cm high in a 2L pot.

Fully hardy in the UK when mature.

🇬🇧 UK grown

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Sunlight

Partial Shade, Partial Sun


Pot Size

2 litre

Foliage

Deciduous

Foliage Colour

Green

Hardiness

-20°C to -15°C (H6)

When Mature

Safety

Pollen Allergies

Watering

Moderate

Preferred Soil Type

Any well drained soil

Preferred Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

Fragrance

Moderate


RHS Award of Garden Merit

Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.

You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.

With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.

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Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.

Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.

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Delivery charges will be based on the highest applicable rate from our rate table, determined by the items in your order.
Alternatively, we offer the option to collect your items in person by prior arrangement.
These prices are based on delivery to UK Mainland. Delivery to Highlands & Islands will be more.
Delivery Class Delivery Cost
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £0.95 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £2.10 (Flat)
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)This item
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) £4.49 (Flat)This item
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Pallet Courier £90.00 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £28.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) £24.95 (Flat)
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier£90.00 (Flat)

We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.

We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.

We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.

Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010

You can view our Plant Healthy report here.

We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.

Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.