Populus alba

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White Cottonwood

 
Plant photo of: Populus alba
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

The whitecottonwood is a fast growing deciduous tree that reaches 40-60 ft. with bright yellow fall color. The cottonwood does well with moderate water or in flooded areas. It is native to the southwest.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low, Medium, High, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Wetlands, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.