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Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball.

Set the tree level with the ground, backfill with native soil, and water deeply to settle the roots. african tulip

Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base (avoiding the trunk) to retain moisture. Ongoing Maintenance African Tulip Tree - The Santa Barbara Independent Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball

USDA Zones 10–12; sensitive to frost and will drop leaves at 28°F. Can reach 40–80 feet tall with a 30–50 foot spread. Step-by-Step Planting Ongoing Maintenance African Tulip Tree - The Santa

Choose a large, open area away from buildings. The tree's wood is brittle and limbs can break easily in high winds.

Regular watering; prefers moist, well-drained soil but is drought-tolerant once established. Rich, loamy, and well-drained with a pH of 5.5–7.8. Hardiness