Tulip Tree Fastigiata

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Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
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Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Tulip Tree Fastigiata

Tulip Tree Fastigiata is a columnar form of native tulip tree with distinctive lobed foliage, upright branching, tulip-like flowers, and golden fall color. Its narrow habit makes it useful for large landscapes, lawn accents, vertical screens, and formal rows where height and structure are desired.

Why choose Tulip Tree Fastigiata?

Choose Tulip Tree Fastigiata for towering beauty in a more upright, space-conscious form than the typical species. It brings the bold foliage and stately presence of tulip tree while maintaining a narrower silhouette that works well along driveways, open property edges, and large-scale garden backdrops. Mature trees may produce unique tulip-shaped blooms, while the bright green leaves turn warm yellow in fall. It is best suited to landscapes with room for a large tree and deep, moisture-retentive soil.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’
Common Name: Tulip Tree Fastigiata
Plant Type: Deciduous tree
Growth Habit: Fast-growing, upright columnar tree with a narrow pyramidal form

Tulip Tree Fastigiata Additional Information

Tulip Tree Fastigiata features large, distinctive tulip-shaped leaves that create a bold, clean texture through the growing season. In late spring to early summer, mature trees can produce unusual greenish-yellow, tulip-like flowers with orange markings, often held high in the canopy. After flowering, cone-like seed structures may develop and add subtle seasonal interest.

This deciduous tree drops its leaves in fall after a display of yellow to golden fall color. Its upright habit makes it especially useful where a strong vertical tree is needed, including open lawns, large borders, estate-style plantings, and formal rows. Like other tulip trees, it performs best in deep, fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Pruning is usually limited to young-tree training and removal of damaged or crossing branches, since the mature habit is naturally strong and architectural.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Tulip Tree Fastigiata in full sun with deep, fertile, well-drained soil. Choose a spacious location away from tight foundations, overhead wires, and compacted planting areas so the tree can develop properly.

2. Watering: Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. After establishment, provide deep watering during extended dry periods, especially in hot weather or sandy soils.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch over the root zone to help conserve moisture and protect roots. Keep mulch pulled away from the trunk to avoid bark issues.

4. Pruning: Prune young trees selectively to encourage a strong central leader and balanced structure. Remove damaged, crossing, or poorly placed branches during dormancy, while preserving the natural upright form.

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FAQs

How big does Tulip Tree Fastigiata get?
Tulip Tree Fastigiata is a large deciduous tree, commonly reaching about 50 to 70 feet tall with a narrower spread than the straight species. Mature size depends on soil, moisture, and site conditions.
When does Tulip Tree Fastigiata bloom?
Tulip Tree Fastigiata typically blooms in late spring to early summer once mature. The flowers are tulip-like, greenish-yellow, and often appear high in the canopy.
Where should I plant Tulip Tree Fastigiata?
Plant Tulip Tree Fastigiata in a large, open landscape with full sun, deep soil, and consistent moisture. It is best used as a vertical accent, lawn tree, row planting, or large-scale screen.

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Tall Growth
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Mature Height	Large: Up to 30 ft or more
Mature Spread	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum'
Bloom Time	Mid spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Flower Color	Yellow/Orange
Family	Magnoliaceae
Hardiness Zones	5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#15 Container, #5 Container, 3-4″ Caliper

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Growing Zones 4-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -30)

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