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Populus cathayana

Also Known As

  • Poplar
  • Qing Yang

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'
  • W: 40'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Populus cathayana plant details

Populus cathayana is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Populus cathayana

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 FT wide, 40 FT tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Populus cathayana

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare balsam poplar from N.W. China, this vigorous medium-large tree has large white-backed leaves. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Populus cathayana plant

How to Grow Populus cathayana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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