BLACK TULEPO
Arnold Arboretum
Height: 30'-50'
Leaves: Smooth, oval-shaped leaves
Location: Eastern North America
Bark: Very rough and gnarled
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Sun: Full sun
Water: Medium
Aesthetic Characteristics: Vivid red fall color, gnarled branches, and wide canopy
ROLE IN URBAN HEAT ISLAND
Canopy Size: 20-30' spread of thick, spotted, red canopy
Growth Rate: Medium ~13-24" per year
Negative Traits: Can be slow growing and does not tolerate drought
Urban Condition Tolerance:
- acidic, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, silty loam and well-drained soils
-some flooding
-air and soil pollution
-benefits soil quality and air quality
Value: Provides heavy shade in a small area and visual interest while reducing temperatures and improving soil quality
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