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Populus angustifolia

Also Known As

  • Narrowleaf Cottonwood
  • Willow-leaved Poplar

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-60'
  • W: 40'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Populus angustifolia plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Populus angustifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 FT wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Populus angustifolia

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Its buds are coated with the fragrant resin identifying it as a balsam poplar, or at first glance you might take this narrow-leaved 40-60' tree of Great Basin and plains for a willow; ?fine handsome hardwood? (Peattie) S/M

Gardening facts about Populus angustifolia plant

How to Grow Populus angustifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • 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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