Tree
White Poplar, Silver Poplar
Populus alba
Features
Summer leaves are dark green above and white below; bark is whitish green to silvery.
Culture
Full sun; best in moist, well drained soils, also tolerant of other conditions; tolerates salt and air pollution.
Cultivars
Mature Height
50-70 Feet
Size
Large
Mature Form
Irregular to oval-rounded
Native To:
central Europe and Asia
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet
Tolerance
Alkaline Soil
Salt
Wet Sites
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Uses
Shade
Foliage Color
Green
Fall Foliage Color
Green
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Fungal Disease
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
Borers, several cankers and leaf spots, powdery mildew. Along with numerous disease and insect problems, this tree also suffers from weak wood (storm damage). This tree can sucker abundantly from the root system, making it weedy; the root system can also invade sewer pipes.
Additional Notes
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