Tulip trees are fast growers, often measuring growth of more than 2′ per year. Tulip-shaped flowers with greenish-yellow petals and a splash of orange in May and June make a striking show, followed by vibrant yellow foliage in the fall. This native tree provides food in many forms for many animals, most notably the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.
tulip tree
Liriodendron tulipifera