Columnar Tuliptree
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum'
Planted 2016
The columnar tuliptree has beautiful leaves and summer flowers that resemble tulips. This tree is fast growing and tall, maintaining a narrow, columnar habit. It is moderately drought tolerant.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 ft. | 15 ft. | 5-9 | Medium-Fast | Medium |
Leaf
Alternate, simple,
orbiculate, bright
green.
Fruit
Cone-like aggregate
of samaras.
Flower
Yellow-green with
orange splotches and
large yellow stamens,
resembles a tulip,
showy.
Advantages
Adapts to many
different soil types,
moderate drought
tolerance.
Disadvantages
Grows very tall and
needs lots of root
space; susceptible to
aphids, scale,
powdery mildew, and
cankers.