Tulip Tree. Liriodendron tulipifera.Seeds.
Beautiful big tree blooming with fantastic flowers.
It grows up to 27 m in the open, while in northern countries with cooler climates it reaches a height of 10-15 m.
The bark is gray or reddish gray, the old trees are deeply ribbed. Luxurious large, decorative, bright green, shiny leaves. They thrive in mid-May and turn bright yellow in September-October.
Flowers are similar to tulips - large yellows with orange spots. Blossoms in late June - early July. However, blooming starts quite late - sometimes after 10, more often - after 20 years.
Demanding for soil fertility and humidity. A bright, sunny growth area is crucial. A fast-growing tree.
It doesn't like replanting, so it's better to transplant small seedlings into larger pots, or for once in a permanent place.
Stratification, keeping in ice grave, takes 90-120 days.
It is necessary to provide for the sowing of a suitable pot over a period of time in order to minimize the need for replanting. Soil should be permanently wet, but not impregnated.
Germinate seeds at room temperature in a well ventilated place, to be protected from direct sunshine.
You can also sow seeds into the prepared soil in the autumn. In this case, stratification is not required. Mulch, protect against rodents. The seeds sprout in spring or early summer.
3 seeds per pack.