White Poplar, Silver Poplar (Populus alba)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Hort Answers

Vegetable

White Poplar, Silver Poplar
Populus alba

Silver Poplar form
Silver Poplar form
 
Culture
Full sun; best in moist, well drained soils, also tolerant of other conditions; tolerates salt and air pollution. 
 
Cultivars
 
 
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Harvest Time

 

 
Spacing

 

 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
 
 
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

 

 
Related Resources
Home, Yard & Garden Pest Guide
U of IL - Distance Diagnosis through Digital Imaging
U of IL - Plant Clinic