The tulip tree in the photo is beautiful

The tulip tree in the photo is decorative tree reaching a height of 60 meters in the regions of North America where it originates, and in cooler areas - 30 meters. It is most widespread in temperate climatological zones; it also grows in southern countries such as Argentina, Chile, Australia and others. Cultivating a tulip tree outside its habitat is quite possible, since it does not show aggression towards other plants.

The tulip tree is one of the tallest decorative species. Fast growing representative. The average height of which is 25 - 36 meters, in its homeland - up to 60 meters, and the volume of the trunk can reach 3 meters. Young trees are decorated with a pyramidal crown, only after a certain period does it become more oval. Young trees have smooth gray-green bark, while mature trees have uneven bark with beards. The average volume of the trunk ranges from 60 cm to 150 cm. The branches are brown in color and give the impression that they are covered with wax. The leaves are wide, up to 20 cm long, the buds are similar to tulip buds, which is why the tree is named so. The flowers are most often yellow or gray-green; white ones are rarely found. The whisk has a subtle cucumber aroma. When a branch is broken, a spicy smell appears. In the eastern part of the United States, the tulip tree is one of the most honey-bearing trees. The flowering period begins at the end of May and ends at the end of June. The fruits are cone-shaped and elongated.

When creating favorable conditions tulip tree in the photo growing quickly. Clay soil with a good surface layer of black soil and well drained is preferred. This tree belongs to the magnolia family, whose fleshy roots are easily broken if handled carelessly. The tree should be planted in early spring, before the first leaves appear.

Lifespan The tulip tree is about 500 years old. It is present in the symbols of such American states as Tennessee, Indiana and Kentucky.