Liriodendron chinense Winter initially narrow in habit but

initially narrow in habit but becoming broader with maturity

evergreen leaves provide lovely year-round colour

Despite the wide variety of flowering trees

Does well in any well-drained soil

brilliant white flowers opening from creamy-yellow buds in May

Liriodendron chinense Winter initially narrow in habit butThe Chinese tulip tree is similar to its North American relative, but of slightly smaller stature and with larger more deeply lobed leaves, glaucus beneath. The young leaves and twigs emerge purple, shifting to green as they mature. Brilliant yellow autumn colours. The tulip shaped flowers are slightly smaller, appearing only on older trees. RHS hardiness rating: H5