Tulip Poplar vs Flame Amur Maple - TreeTime.ca

Tulip Poplar vs Flame Amur Maple

Liriodendron tulipifera

Acer ginnala Flame

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

Tulip Poplar
Flame Amur Maple

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.

A selection of the Amur Maple, the Flame Amur Maple has a brilliant red fall color. The leaves emerge bright green and turn a fiery red in autumn. The seeds on the Flame Amur maple are also a pleasant red color, adding color interest to your yard or garden.

Tulip Poplar Quick Facts

Flame Amur Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: bright red
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low