Description Populus deltoides – Cottonwood Poplar HEIGHT: 20.0m WIDTH: 10.0m *height & width at maturity FORM: Spreading, broad headed FOLIAGE: Shiny, broad, heart shaped green leaves FLOWERS and FRUIT: Yellow catkins before leaves emerge. BARK: Grey trunk and decorative, textured bark. GROWTH RATE: Fast DESCRIPTION: Can have an invasive root system. LANDSCAPE USES: Popular urban tree, suitable for large gardens or parks. Often used as wind breaks. TOLERANCES: Tolerant to most soil types, air pollution and coastal conditions. Plant in well drained soil in full sun. TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.
