Description Populus simonii fastigiata – Simon Poplar HEIGHT: 12.0m WIDTH: 4.0m *height & width at maturity FORM: Columnar FOLIAGE: Glossy green leaves with silver green beneath and red to brown branching. FLOWERS and FRUIT: BARK: GROWTH RATE: DESCRIPTION: Can have an invasive root system. LANDSCAPE USES: Often used as wind breaks or on long driveways and in parks. 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.
