Ironwood Tree vs Tulip Poplar - TreeTime.ca

Ironwood Tree vs Tulip Poplar

Ostrya virginiana

Liriodendron tulipifera

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Ironwood Tree
Tulip Poplar

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

Tulip Poplar is the perfect shade tree for wide open spaces. It has a shallow and extensive root system, so ensure you give it space to grow. The attractive and showy, yellow-orange, tulip shaped flowers are where this tree gets its name.

Tulip Poplar is somewhat rare in Canada but highly sought after as it is difficult to grow. Does best in a moist, well-drained soil.

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

Tulip Poplar Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Light: any
Light: full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: low


Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: ON, QC, NS, NB, PE
Native to: ON