Liriodendron chinense - Chinese Tulip Tree Birch It has masses of small

It has masses of small richly textured leaves that form a dense mat

this medium sized pine has quite a graceful presence with drooping glaucous leaves

A native to China

They are followed by tiny clusters of white flowers in late spring and into summer covering in them making a delightful display

It is noted for its bark with clearly marked with vertical white lines and it autumn colour is a beautiful red which contrasts well with the striped bark

Liriodendron chinense - Chinese Tulip Tree Birch It has masses of smallA native to central and southern China, this tree is very similar to the much more commonly grown Lirodendron tulipifera. The main difference is the deeper leaf sinus and slightly small and greener flowers. This species is rarely grown and is one for the collectors