Species: Populus deltoides
(pop'you-lus del-toy'deez)
Eastern Cottonwood
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
Cultivars
Some selection has been done for this native species. Due its its tendency to drop branches it is not often used in cultivation as it can pose safety hazards. Selection has been done for cotton-less forms.
'Noreaster', 'Purple Tower', 'Robusta', 'Siouxland', 'Sparks'Ornamental Characteristics
Tree > 30 feet
75' - 100' (50' - 75' spread)
Deciduous
upright, spreading, irregular vase-shape
tolerates pollution; short-lived; fast-growing
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun
3a
Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)
Tolerates salty soil
tolerates pollution; short-lived; fast-growing
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
canker is a serious problem, among many
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
many disease problems cause the tree to drop leaves, twigs and other litter; weak, soft wood susceptible to breakage in storms; easily transplanted, native to Northeastern and Midwest US and Canada.
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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Moisture Tolerance
