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Yellow Variegated Tulip Tree (in 10 liter pot)

Liriodendron tulipifera Aureomarginatum

Yellow Variegated tulip tree with green leaves edged in yellow, tulip-shaped flowers, and orange autumn colour. Hardy, low-maintenance, ideal for parks, avenues, and large gardens.

Plant height
180/200 cm in 10 liter pot

35 €
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Description

Height at maturity 15 m

Wingspan at maturity 7 m

Exposure Sun, partial shade

Flowering May - July

Hardiness -29°C

Yellow Variegated Tulip Tree – Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Aureomarginatum’

Main interest

The Yellow Variegated Tulip Tree is a majestic ornamental tree known for its variegated foliage, distinctive tulip-shaped flowers, and elegant upright form. It reaches up to 15 metres tall with a spread of 7 metres, forming a regular, oval-shaped crown. Its vertical growth and luminous foliage make it a standout feature in parks, large gardens, or landscape avenues.

Foliage

Leaves are bright green with creamy yellow margins, creating a striking contrast and a glowing effect throughout the growing season. The typical truncated tulip shape adds architectural interest. In autumn, the foliage turns golden yellow to vibrant orange, offering a spectacular seasonal display.

Flowering

From May to July, the tree produces cup-shaped flowers measuring 5 to 6 cm, in shades of greenish-yellow marbled with orange. Lightly fragrant, they resemble tulips and attract bees and pollinators. Though partially hidden among the leaves, the flowers add a subtle elegance to the canopy.

Growth and form

Growth is moderate, with a straight trunk and smooth grey bark that becomes slightly furrowed with age. Branching is balanced, forming a semi-open, symmetrical crown. The tree naturally develops a columnar silhouette, requiring no structural pruning.

Exposure and soil

The variegated tulip tree thrives in full sun to partial shade. It adapts to all soil types, provided they are moist and well-drained. It tolerates clay soils, moderate wind, and urban pollution. With hardiness down to –29 °C, it is suitable for most temperate regions.

Maintenance

Very low-maintenance. No regular pruning is needed. A mulch layer during dry spells supports young growth. Best planted as a specimen tree or in spaced groupings to highlight its foliage and form.

Uses

Ideal for avenue planting, parks, large private gardens, or as a landscape focal point. Its variegated leaves and autumn colour make it a valuable addition to public and private green spaces.

The Yellow Variegated Tulip Tree ‘Aureomarginatum’ (Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Aureomarginatum’) is a stunning ornamental tree with green leaves edged in yellow, tulip-shaped flowers, and a graceful upright habit. Hardy to –29 °C, it adapts to all soils and tolerates urban conditions. Its moderate growth and low maintenance make it ideal for parks, landscaped avenues, and large gardens. In autumn, its foliage turns golden yellow to orange, creating a vibrant seasonal highlight. The spring bloom attracts pollinators and adds subtle charm. With its architectural form, seasonal interest, and resilience, ‘Aureomarginatum’ is a reliable choice for long-term landscape value.

Features

Common name : Yellow Variegated Tulip Tree
Family : Magnoliaceae
Category : tree
Spread : 7 m
Foliage : deciduous
Color of flowers : 5-6 cm cup, yellowish-green, marbled with orange highlights, slightly fragrant
Use : isolated - shrubberry - alignment
Soil : all
Habit : upright
Growth : Fast
Enemies : nothing to report
Possible diseases : resistant to diseases