Tulip tree, or tulip poplar, is a fast-growing tree with tulip-shaped flowers that produce a considerable amount of nectar. If you're looking for a large, ornamental, shade tree, this is a great choice. It is a host plant to tiger swallowtail larvae.
Uses: Bees, butterflies, medicinal
Bloom time: May - June
Height: 70 to 120 feet
Space: 30 to 60 feet
Sun: Full sun
Moisture: Average to moist
