A tall, elegant North American deciduous specimen tree best suited to open public spaces and large gardens. It has smooth, saddle shaped textured foliage throughout summer months. Once it is greater than 5 years old, it bears terminal, creamy yellow tulip shaped flowers with gold stamens in Spring as the new season foliage sprouts.
HEIGHT AND SHAPE AT MATURITY
Large tree: 10 to 15 metres
Oval shape
SPECIAL USES/FEATURES
As a street tree
As a specimen
As a shade tree
Along roadsides
Has non-invasive roots
CONDITIONS
Suitable in full sun
Suitable in light shade
Suitable in medium shade
Suitable in most soils
Needs well drained soil
Is tolerant of heavy frost
Is tolerant of pollution
