Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Strong fastigiate structure provides vertical canopy form with reduced spread compared to the standard Tulip Tree.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 12m to 18m
- Mature width
- 4m to 6m
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' is the narrow, columnar form of the Tulip Tree, a deciduous tree grown for its unusual four lobed leaves and tight upright habit. Cup shaped greenish yellow flowers appear on established trees in late spring and early summer, and the foliage turns a clear butter yellow before it drops in autumn.
Plant it in full sun in deep, fertile, well drained soil that holds moisture through summer. It suits cool temperate and temperate climates across Victoria, Tasmania, the ACT, the southern tablelands and the Adelaide Hills, and handles light to moderate frost once established. Growth is quick, around 50 centimetres to a metre a year, with little pruning needed.
The columnar shape makes it useful where a tall deciduous canopy is wanted without the width of the standard species. It works along driveways and streets, in avenue plantings, in courtyards and in narrow beds between buildings. For a designer working to a tight setback, it delivers height and autumn colour in a small footprint.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Fastigiate Tulip Tree
What is a Fastigiate Tulip Tree?
It is the narrow, upright form of Liriodendron tulipifera, a deciduous tree in the magnolia family. The leaves are broad and squared off at the tip, unlike most trees, and turn yellow in autumn. Cup shaped green flowers marked with orange appear on mature trees in late spring. The value of this selection is its tight columnar shape.
How big does the Fastigiate Tulip Tree grow?
In Australian gardens expect 10 to 15 metres in height with a width of only 3 to 4 metres, a fraction of the spread of the standard Tulip Tree. Height depends on soil depth and water, so trees in deep fertile ground reach the top of that range while those in shallow soil stay shorter.
How fast does it grow?
Around 50 centimetres to a metre a year once the roots are away, which is quick for a deciduous shade tree. Growth is fastest through the first ten years and slows as the tree matures. Regular water through the first two summers and a mulched root zone make the difference between the top and bottom of that range.
Is it evergreen or deciduous?
Deciduous. The tree drops its leaves through the colder months and stands bare over winter, which lets sun into the space beneath it. Foliage colours to a clear yellow before it falls. New leaves come away in early spring, so the bare period is shorter than many people expect.
When does it flower?
Flowers appear in late spring and into summer, roughly November through to January, and are greenish yellow with an orange band at the base. They sit upright among the leaves and are easy to miss from ground level on a tall tree. Trees usually need several years in the ground before flowering begins.
Is it frost tolerant?
Yes. Once established it handles light to moderate frost without damage, which is why it is planted through cool temperate districts such as the Victorian highlands, Canberra and Tasmania. Young trees in their first winter benefit from a mulch layer over the root zone. Late frosts can burn early leaves but the tree pushes new growth.
How do I care for a Fastigiate Tulip Tree?
Water deeply once or twice a week through the first two summers, then reduce as the roots go down. Keep a 75 millimetre mulch layer clear of the trunk and feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring. Pruning is rarely needed beyond removing damaged or crossing branches in winter. Avoid cutting the leader, which would spoil the columnar form.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 12m to 18m
- Mature width
- 4m to 6m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiatum' is the narrow, columnar form of the Tulip Tree, a deciduous tree grown for its unusual four lobed leaves and tight upright habit. Cup shaped greenish yellow flowers appear on established trees in late spring and early summer, and the foliage turns a clear butter yellow before it drops in autumn.
Plant it in full sun in deep, fertile, well drained soil that holds moisture through summer. It suits cool temperate and temperate climates across Victoria, Tasmania, the ACT, the southern tablelands and the Adelaide Hills, and handles light to moderate frost once established. Growth is quick, around 50 centimetres to a metre a year, with little pruning needed.
The columnar shape makes it useful where a tall deciduous canopy is wanted without the width of the standard species. It works along driveways and streets, in avenue plantings, in courtyards and in narrow beds between buildings. For a designer working to a tight setback, it delivers height and autumn colour in a small footprint.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Fastigiate Tulip Tree
What is a Fastigiate Tulip Tree?
It is the narrow, upright form of Liriodendron tulipifera, a deciduous tree in the magnolia family. The leaves are broad and squared off at the tip, unlike most trees, and turn yellow in autumn. Cup shaped green flowers marked with orange appear on mature trees in late spring. The value of this selection is its tight columnar shape.
How big does the Fastigiate Tulip Tree grow?
In Australian gardens expect 10 to 15 metres in height with a width of only 3 to 4 metres, a fraction of the spread of the standard Tulip Tree. Height depends on soil depth and water, so trees in deep fertile ground reach the top of that range while those in shallow soil stay shorter.
How fast does it grow?
Around 50 centimetres to a metre a year once the roots are away, which is quick for a deciduous shade tree. Growth is fastest through the first ten years and slows as the tree matures. Regular water through the first two summers and a mulched root zone make the difference between the top and bottom of that range.
Is it evergreen or deciduous?
Deciduous. The tree drops its leaves through the colder months and stands bare over winter, which lets sun into the space beneath it. Foliage colours to a clear yellow before it falls. New leaves come away in early spring, so the bare period is shorter than many people expect.
When does it flower?
Flowers appear in late spring and into summer, roughly November through to January, and are greenish yellow with an orange band at the base. They sit upright among the leaves and are easy to miss from ground level on a tall tree. Trees usually need several years in the ground before flowering begins.
Is it frost tolerant?
Yes. Once established it handles light to moderate frost without damage, which is why it is planted through cool temperate districts such as the Victorian highlands, Canberra and Tasmania. Young trees in their first winter benefit from a mulch layer over the root zone. Late frosts can burn early leaves but the tree pushes new growth.
How do I care for a Fastigiate Tulip Tree?
Water deeply once or twice a week through the first two summers, then reduce as the roots go down. Keep a 75 millimetre mulch layer clear of the trunk and feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring. Pruning is rarely needed beyond removing damaged or crossing branches in winter. Avoid cutting the leader, which would spoil the columnar form.
- Foliage
Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 12m to 18m
- Mature width
- 4m to 6m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.
Long Term Care For Your Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Planting Your Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree works in an:
Is Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree Evergreen or Deciduous?
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 12m to 18m
Mature Width: 4m to 6m
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree
Is Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree frost tolerant?
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree Flower?
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ produces distinctive tulip-shaped greenish-yellow flowers with orange markings during late spring and early summer on mature trees. The blooms provide unique ornamental interest, while the lush foliage develops brilliant golden-yellow autumn colour before leaf fall.
Does Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Green
Is Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree an Australian Native Tree?
No
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree is Native to Derived from cultivated selections of Liriodendron tulipifera originating from North America.
What is the Wildlife Value of Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree ?
Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within ornamental and avenue-style landscapes. The upright canopy also provides seasonal shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects throughout the year.
How much Sunlight does Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree need?
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam soils with high organic content and an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate lighter soils if improved with compost and organic matter to support moisture retention and fertility. Avoid dry sandy soils or persistently waterlogged conditions, as both extremes can reduce vigour and foliage quality. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment and active growth for best performance and appearance.
Is Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree Drought Tolerant?
Is Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ – Fastigiate Tulip Tree Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Fastigiate Tulip Trees show moderate drought tolerance but perform best with consistent moisture to support healthy foliage development and strong seasonal colour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiatum’ is loved for its Strong fastigiate structure provides vertical canopy form with reduced spread compared to the standard Tulip Tree.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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