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One of the largest native trees growing over 100 feet tall. Distinctive 4 lobed leaves are waxy. Large tulip-like flowers are 2 inches tall, yellow, green and orange. Blooms May- June after leaves fill out. Leaves turn yellow in autumn. Grow sun or partial shade in moist, rich soils. This large tree needs lots of space to grow fully. It can also be pruned every 2-3 years to keep it shrub sized. Native to low rich woodlands, stream banks. Intolerant of salt, compaction, drought and wetness. Native to Massachusetts.
Size: 12-24″ bare root seedling
Also known as tulip poplar or yellow poplar. Nesting tree for birds. Nectar attracts hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, birds, including cedar waxwings. Flowers, seeds, buds eaten by squirrel and deer. Larval host for Tuliptree Silkmoth and Eastern Tiger Swallowtail.
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