Populus alba
White Cottonwood
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.
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
Leaf Season
Deciduous, Semi-evergreen
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.