With their size and impressive flowers, tulip trees are among the most decorative trees for gardens and parks. Depending on the species, these easy-care trees are more or less suitable for smaller gardens.

Tulip trees are robust, easy to care for and grow very large

location and soil

Tulip trees and tulip magnolias prefer a sunny location. They also thrive in semi-shade, but usually remain smaller there and grow more slowly. American and Chinese tulip trees need quite a bit of space. Only the Tulip Magnolia is also suitable for a smaller garden.

Even on dry soil, tulip trees grow slowly and do not reach their full size. Therefore, make sure that the soil is fresh and humus-rich (nutrient-rich). It should be slightly acidic rather than too calcareous.

Plant the tulip tree

The best time to plant the tulip tree is from October to March. However, frost-free soil and sufficient watering of the sensitive roots are important for good growth. If you plant in spring, your tulip tree will already be well rooted and relatively resilient by next winter. Transplanting does not do this tree very well and should be avoided.

Water and fertilize properly

During the growth phase, the tulip tree needs sufficient water, so it should be watered if the drought persists, just like a young tree. You give it the nutrients it needs by regularly fertilizing it.

The right cut

A young tree may be pruned a little, but later the tulip tree will take a pruning amiss and as a result will not bloom or only bloom a little. A relatively regular and careful cut at a young age is therefore better.

The wintering of the tulip tree

Both the American and Chinese tulip trees are hardy. An older tree does not need any special winter protection, but a newly planted tree does. However, a layer of bark mulch, brushwood or leaves protects the rather sensitive roots sufficiently.

The essentials in brief:

  • sunny, maximum semi-shady location
  • fresh humus rich soil, well drained
  • water when dry
  • fertilize regularly

tips

In a well-chosen location, the tulip tree requires little care.

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Trees