The tulip poplar tree is one of the largest native trees in North America. It is a member of the magnolia family and has distinct tulip shaped flowers. The showy, goblet shaped, orange-yellow-green flowers appear in late spring after the leaves form. The cone-like seed clusters sit upright on the branches. The golden-yellow fall color of the tulip tree makes this an excellent choice for large landscapes. Reaches mature heights of 70 - 90 feet tall.
Photo Credit: The Morton Arboretum