BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

Colourful, variegated tulip tree which is similar to the classic Liriodendron tulipifera, except that the characteristic large leaves have rich golden-yellow margins and turn rich shades of yellow before falling in autumn. When mature it has large amounts of yellow-green tulip flowers.

Liriodendron tulipifera ''Auroemarginatum' is a spectacular garden tree once established with lovely, colourful foliage interest through the year.

Supplied Size: 5L container (60 - 80 cm tall)

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist, fertile soil. Liriodendron tulipifera 'Auroemarginatum' does generally not grow well in dry soils which are 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 'Auroemarginatum' is eventually a large branching tree.
  • Height: up to 30 m (98 ft).
  • Spread: 15 m (50 ft).

• Notes: Liriodendron tulipifera 'Auroemarginatum' will produce better quality, larger leaves in a position sheltered from strong winds. Please bear in mind that this tulip tree does not start flowering for between 20 - 25 years.