Tulip Poplar vs Golden Weeping Willow - TreeTime.ca

Tulip Poplar vs Golden Weeping Willow

Liriodendron tulipifera

Salix sepulcralis Chrysocoma

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Tulip Poplar
Golden Weeping Willow

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.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Tulip Poplar seeds at SeedTime.ca.

The Golden Weeping Willow is a cultivar with bright yellow twigs and an attractive weeping shape. It is one of the most popular willows, with high ornamental value.

The Golden Weeping Willow has glossy green foliage during the spring and summer months, then the leaves turn a golden-yellow in the fall. The brown bark is furrowed and the overhanging branches keep their yellow tone, so they also have significant winter interest.

Tulip Poplar Quick Facts

Golden Weeping Willow Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 12 m (40 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Bark: brown and ridged
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: medium