BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

A very narrow, columnar form of the American tulip tree with large plate-like leaves which turn butter-yellow in autumn before they fall. Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' tends to produce flowers slightly earlier then the classic Liriodendron tulipifera, at between 15 - 20 years of age!

The very narrow habit makes Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' more suitable for smaller areas and woodland gardens.

Supplied Size: rootballed plants (60 - 80 cm tall)

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist, fertile soil. Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' does generally not grow well in dry soils, prone to drying out in summer.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: June - July.
• Flower Colour: Yellowish-green with orange markings
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' grows to be a medium sized or eventually large tree with a narrow, upright form.
  • Height: 20 m (65 ft). (up to 4 m in 10 years)
  • Spread: 5 m (16 ft). (1 m in 10 years)

• Notes: Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' will produce better quality, larger leaves in a position sheltered from strong winds.